Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion of tender chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and rich heavy cream, all enveloped in perfectly cooked pasta. This dish embodies comfort and sophistication, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that is bursting with flavor and color. The combination of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and vibrant ingredients not only pleases the palate but also creates a visually stunning plate that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a crisp salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown (6–7 minutes per side). Remove and slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; pour in heavy cream while scraping up browned bits. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet; warm through for about 1–2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken ahead of time using herbs or spices.
- Feel free to incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more color and nutrition.
- Adjust spice levels by adding chili flakes or herbs based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 155mg