Description
Creamy Tuscan chicken pasta is packed with juicy seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce—comfort food with a gourmet twist.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and sliced)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high and sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1–2 minutes.
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Stir in cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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Add spinach, cooked pasta, and reserved water. Toss until combined.
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Return chicken to pan and simmer 2–3 more minutes until heated through.
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Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Great with crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American