Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta; 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 3 cups fresh spinach; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh basil for garnish

A rich and comforting Italian pasta dish with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Restaurant-quality flavor in under 35 minutes.

Prep: PT10M Cook: PT25M 4 servings

Ingredients

1 lb penne pasta
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
3 cups fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

1
Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Season chicken slices with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4
In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5
Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
6
Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
7
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
8
Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
9
Return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together.
10
Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
11
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

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