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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a rich and savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a luscious creamy Parmesan sauce tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine or penne pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, this family-friendly, one-pot recipe offers a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners, with customizable options to suit any dietary preference.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pasta

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy & Fats

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.
  2. Cook the Pasta: While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your choice of fettuccine or penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about half a cup of pasta water, and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet used for the chicken, add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and a pinch of Italian seasoning to the remaining oil and chicken juices. Sauté until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer gently, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  4. Combine and Add Veggies: Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Add fresh spinach and the cooked pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and achieve a perfect coating.
  5. Serve Warm: Heat through and taste to adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Serve immediately for the best flavor and creamy texture.

Notes

  • Choose fresh ingredients such as garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes for enhanced flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it juicy; remove from heat once no longer pink inside.
  • Reserve pasta water to thin the sauce while preserving its creaminess.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for superior melting and taste.
  • Adjust cream and cheese quantities according to your preferred sauce richness.

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