Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta Recipe – Catalina Cooks

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti work well)
• Salt (for boiling pasta water)
• 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (or fresh basil, finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for a touch of brightness)