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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy sauce with spinach and parmesan. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth (480 ml)
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful of fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Add pasta and stir to submerge.
  5. Cover with lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add more broth or water if too dry.
  6. Stir cooked chicken back into the pot along with fresh spinach. Cook until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
  7. Fold in grated parmesan cheese until sauce is creamy and luscious.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for best flavor. Stir pasta every 5 minutes to prevent sticking. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta such as brown rice or chickpea penne.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, one-pot pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal

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