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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach for a comforting homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta (uncooked)
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add uncooked pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pan. Stir to combine and scrape up browned bits. Return chicken to the pan.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is cooked and sauce thickens. Add more broth if sauce is too thick before pasta is done.
  6. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Italian seasoning. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce is creamy.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning chicken; cook in batches if needed. Use penne or rigatoni for best sauce retention. Watch liquid levels and stir often to prevent sticking. Cover mostly during simmering but uncover near the end to thicken sauce. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving for brightness. Red pepper flakes add subtle heat if desired.

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