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Garlic Tuscan Chicken Pasta

One-Pot Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Pasta

One-pot creamy garlic Tuscan chicken pasta—tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and penne pasta in a rich, garlicky Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 1½ lbs chicken breast sliced thin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1¼ cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Chicken:
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. Make the Sauce:
    In the same skillet, add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  3. Cook the Pasta:
    Add uncooked penne to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Combine Everything:
    Once pasta is tender, stir in spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan. Add cooked chicken back in and mix well until creamy and heated through.
  5. Serve Hot:
    Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of extra cheese if desired!

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcal

Notes

To make it lighter, try using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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