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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Melena
A quick and comforting one-pot meal combining tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any short pasta such as penne or fusilli
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a rich sauce

Seasonings

  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning For authentic flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, for serving

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes For heat, optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook your preferred pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add diced chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Cooking

  • In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, mixing it well with the garlic and tomatoes. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  • Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and half of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together, adding more water as needed for desired creaminess.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with more salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
  • Spoon the Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta into bowls and garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust the sauce's consistency with reserved pasta water.
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, One-Pot Meal, Pasta Recipe, Quick Dinner