Creamy Chicken Tuscan Pasta
A rich and flavorful pasta dish made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy garlic parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
2 cups baby spinach
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir for another 1–2 minutes.
Pour in cream and chicken broth, then add Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is creamy.
Add spinach, letting it wilt in the sauce.
Return chicken and pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to combine.
Serve warm, topped with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
Use jarred sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor.
Add crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Works great with gluten-free or whole wheat pasta.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/creamy-chicken-tuscan-pasta/
