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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and indulgent one-pot Tuscan chicken pasta with a creamy garlic sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for easy family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, rinse spinach, and measure broth and cream.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, then add uncooked pasta evenly in the liquid. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent sticking. Add more broth if liquid evaporates too fast.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and incorporated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure proper browning. Use medium heat after adding liquids to prevent cream curdling. Stir pasta regularly to avoid sticking. Fresh spinach is preferred over frozen for best texture and color. Grate Parmesan fresh for best melting and flavor. Letting pasta rest off heat thickens sauce but avoid letting it dry out.

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