Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Creamy Tuscan chicken pasta is a delightful dish that transports you to an authentic Italian café with every bite. This comforting recipe features tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce over your choice of pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s guaranteed to impress family and friends while delivering warmth and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces; cook until golden brown on all sides. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and let simmer gently.
- Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach until the spinach wilts into the creamy mixture.
- Add cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese; mix until everything is well-coated.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg