Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach in a creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying cozy weeknights at home. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, this pasta will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add heavy cream; scrape up brown bits from the pan and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet with spinach and cooked pasta; toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or add extra vegetables like bell peppers for added nutrition. For a vegetarian option, use mushrooms or tofu instead of chicken.