Description
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish combining tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and pasta in a rich garlic parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz penne pasta, cooked
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for 1 minute.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, stir until spinach is wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Optional: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg