Ingredients
– 1 liter (32 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
– 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes with herbs (drained and chopped)
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 1 tablespoon garlic
– 450 grams (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
– 340 grams (12 oz) uncooked campanelle pasta
– 140 grams (5 oz) baby spinach
– 225 grams (8 oz) light cream cheese cut into cubes and softened
– 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh basil
Instructions
1-First, combine the chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper in the Instant Pot insert. This step builds the flavorful base that makes the dish so tasty.
2-Next, add the diced chicken and dry pasta, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
3-Then, cover and seal the Instant Pot with the valve set to sealing. Cook on manual pressure for 5 minutes to get that perfect tender texture.
4-After cooking, perform a quick release to let the pressure out safely.
5-Stir in the spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese next, and let the mixture rest for 5 to 10 minutes so it thickens up nicely.
6-Finally, toss in the fresh basil just before serving for a burst of color and flavor.
Last Step:
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🌿 Frozen spinach that’s thawed and drained works well as a substitute for fresh spinach.
🧀 Regular cream cheese can replace light cream cheese for a richer dish.
🍝 Swap campanelle pasta with cavatappi, bowtie, or penne for variety.
🍄 Add diced mushrooms, onions, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
⏲️ When increasing pasta quantity, remember to add extra water and adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Resting Time: 5-10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free option (use gluten-free pasta)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 568
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 693 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg