Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Spinach Artichoke Pasta Recipe, a delightful dish that combines fresh spinach and tender artichoke hearts with a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or enticing enough to impress guests, this recipe is both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious, making it ideal for families and gatherings alike. Whether served as a main course or alongside grilled chicken and a fresh salad, this pasta dish is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
- 14 ounces canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute before adding spinach and artichokes; cook until spinach wilts.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese until melted. Stir in sour cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan until well combined.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 75mg