Description
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious creamy sauce, complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in just under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Serve this delightful dish with warm garlic bread or a crisp salad for a complete meal that your family and friends will love. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, Tuscan Chicken Pasta is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat, let rest, then slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with sliced chicken; toss everything together until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand in olive oil and herbs. Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version or use cashew cream for a dairy-free option. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra nutrition.