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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot meal combining tender chicken, spinach, and pasta in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes for a comforting homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 3 cups chicken broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces dry penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet and stir to combine. Add dry pasta and stir to submerge.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. When pasta is nearly tender, stir in the seared chicken and fresh spinach. Cover and cook for another 3-4 minutes until chicken is cooked through and spinach wilts.
  7. Remove lid and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Serve warm immediately for best creamy texture.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few minutes. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken for better browning. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Keep pasta submerged and stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Add spinach at the end to keep it fresh and bright. Reserve some Parmesan for topping if desired.

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