Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this Cheesy Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, a rich spinach dip sauce, and pasta in one delicious dish. It's perfect for an easy weeknight meal that feels extra special!
😍 Why to Love This Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta
There are so many reasons to love it! It’s got everything—creamy, cheesy spinach dip flavors mixed with tender chicken and pasta for a comforting, easy-to-make meal. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, super satisfying, and feels like a total upgrade on classic pasta dishes. Plus, it's a delicious way to sneak in those greens without sacrificing flavor!
If you love creamy pasta dishes, be sure to check out Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta, Blackened Chicken Alfredo, or Boursin Cheese Pasta for even more delicious meal ideas!
✅Ingredient Notes
- Boursin Cheese: If you don’t have Boursin, cream cheese works as a great substitute for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Shredded Chicken: Rotisserie chicken is a quick option, but you can also boil or bake chicken breasts and shred them yourself.
- Frozen Spinach: Be sure to fully thaw and squeeze out excess liquid to avoid making the dish watery.
- Pasta: Cook the penne until al dente so it holds up well when mixed with the sauce.
🔪How to Make Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta
Boil pasta until al dente, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then set aside.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In an oven-safe skillet, heat sour cream, Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
Stir in spinach and chicken. If the mixture looks dry, add some pasta water to thin it out and make it creamier.
Then mix in the cooked pasta.
Top with mozzarella and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Broil for 2 minutes to brown, then serve warm.
Recipe Variations
- Add Bacon: Crisp bacon bits give the dish a smoky, savory touch.
- Spicy Kick: Toss in red pepper flakes or jalapeños for some heat.
- Veggie Boost: Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini to up the veggie content.
- Low-Carb: Replace pasta with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
🗄️Storage and Reheating
To store, transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. For reheating, microwave individual portions, or reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. Add a splash of chicken broth or water when reheating to keep the pasta from drying out and to maintain its creamy texture.
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Cheesy Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne rigate uncooked
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 5.2 ounces package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese softened or cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
- 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed and squeezed of liquid
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook it until al dente, following the directions on the package. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water. Keep aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add sour cream, Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and dry ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth.
- Add spinach and chicken to the skillet and mix well. If the mixture looks dry, add some pasta water to thin it out and make it creamier.
- Stir in the cooked pasta until fully combined.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Broil for 2 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
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Mia says
This pasta was amazing! It had all the creamy, cheesy goodness of spinach dip but in a full meal. My family loved it, and there weren’t any leftovers!
Tatiana says
Thank you, Mia! I’m so glad your family loved it. Spinach dip flavors in pasta are such a winning combo!