Description

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a luscious cream sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta. This comforting meal is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. The vibrant colors and rich aromas will have everyone eagerly anticipating their first bite.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning or fresh basil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Pour in heavy cream while scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Stir in spinach until wilted, then mix in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
5. Slice cooked chicken and toss with the sauce and freshly cooked pasta. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: For added flavor, substitute spinach with kale or incorporate other vegetables. To enhance the sauce's consistency, reserve some pasta water to adjust thickness as needed.