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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet

Rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce coats every bite of tender penne pasta—topped with juicy seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and baby spinach for a Tuscan-inspired comfort dish done in one pot!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, One-Pot Meals
Cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 lb penne pasta uncooked
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • cracked black pepper for topping

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Knife and Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season and sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Add chicken broth and cream. Stir in uncooked penne pasta. Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in parmesan and baby spinach until cheese is melted and spinach is wilted.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, simmer 2 more minutes. Serve hot topped with cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 33gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra depth of flavor, try adding a splash of white wine with the broth or a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

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