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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken pasta recipe featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic cloves and chop sun-dried tomatoes.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken broth to the pan and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom to release browned bits.
  5. Pour in uncooked pasta and stir to submerge. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Return chicken to the pan. Stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
  7. Turn off heat and stir in baby spinach and Parmesan cheese. Let residual heat wilt spinach and melt cheese.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce thickens too much before chicken is cooked, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. Stir pasta frequently to prevent sticking. Use broth instead of water for richer flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. For gluten-free, substitute pasta accordingly and adjust cooking time.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, one-pot pasta, easy dinner, sun-dried tomatoes, comfort food

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