Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Tuscan Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. This recipe combines tender chicken and sun-dried tomatoes in a luscious cream sauce, tossed with penne pasta and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, Tuscan Chicken Pasta is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for family dinners. With a vibrant presentation and bold flavors, this dish will surely impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Dried basil and oregano for seasoning
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower heat, add heavy cream, dried basil, and oregano; simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with spinach and cooked pasta; toss to combine.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg