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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a rich and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. This comforting yet elegant meal is perfect for satisfying dinner cravings with bold, savory flavors and a silky texture.

Prep time: 10 minCook time: 20 minTotal time: 30 minCalories: 650 kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz cooked pasta (penne or fettuccine)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Season chicken strips with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then add to the skillet.
  4. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing well to coat with the sauce.
  10. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  12. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.