Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and pasta in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until melted and creamy.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the pasta.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the sauce thickness with more or less reserved pasta water.
- Can be made with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg