Name: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 oz dry penne or fettuccine; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; ¾ cup heavy cream; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cups baby spinach; ½ cup drained, chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; ½ cup reserved pasta water, as needed

Instructions

6 steps

Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sauté chicken for 7 to 9 minutes, turning until browned and the thickest pieces reach 165°F.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan until smooth.
Add spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Toss in the drained pasta, loosening the sauce with reserved pasta water a little at a time.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately while the sauce is creamy.

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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