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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

A rich and comforting pasta dish made with tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 12 oz pasta penne or fettuccine
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
Cream Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 0.75 cup parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve pasta water.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Sear chicken in olive oil and butter until cooked through. Remove and slice.
  4. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet.
  5. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer gently.
  6. Stir in parmesan until smooth, then add spinach.
  7. Return chicken and pasta to skillet, toss to coat.
  8. Season to taste and serve warm.

Notes

Add pasta water to thin sauce if needed.