Tuscan chicken pasta
A creamy and flavorful Tuscan chicken pasta featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for a comforting Italian-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Remove chicken from skillet and slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
- Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh basil or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes. Serve with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad.