This is a family favorite that I’ve adapted for the Instant Pot®!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds cubed boneless chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 (16 ounce) package whole grain penne pasta
- 1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
- 2 cups water, or as needed
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 2 ½ tablespoons basil pesto
- 6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Step 1
Place chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Stir until coated.
Step 2
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add olive oil, and select Saute function. Add seasoned chicken to the hot oil and saute, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes. Add onion and continue to saute until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes longer. Stir to scrape up any bits from the bottom of the pot.
Step 3
Pour dry pasta on top of chicken and add water just until pasta is barely covered. Place spinach on top of pasta and cancel Saute function.
Step 4
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Step 5
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid, and stir to combine ingredients.
Step 6
Switch to Saute function. Add whipping cream and then add basil pesto; stir to combine. Stir in Parmesan cheese and close the lid. Cook, covered, until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Remove lid, stir to combine, and serve.
Cook’s Note:
I used a 6-quart Instant Pot(R).
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 559 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat36g | 47% |
Saturated Fat19g | 95% |
Cholesterol150mg | 50% |
Sodium588mg | 26% |
Total Carbohydrate24g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 11% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein34g | |
Vitamin C11mg | 56% |
Calcium356mg | 27% |
Iron2mg | 11% |
Potassium447mg | 10% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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