Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a rich and creamy pasta dish with seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta Your choice of pasta
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed
- 2 cups baby spinach Fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream For a rich sauce
- 4 cloves garlic Minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Adds creaminess
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil water in a large pot. Add your fettuccine or penne and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan. Sauté until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, and cook until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Fold the sliced chicken and cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing to coat everything evenly.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, use whole wheat pasta, coconut cream, or add more veggies. Perfect with garlic bread or a green salad.