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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A rich and flavorful one-pot Tuscan chicken pasta with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy garlicky sauce, perfect for easy comfort dinners.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Mince garlic and chop sun-dried tomatoes. Rinse baby spinach and have uncooked pasta ready.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet or wide pot. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and no longer pink inside, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add a teaspoon of olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add uncooked pasta directly to the simmering liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook uncovered until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.
  6. Add cooked chicken back into the pot along with baby spinach. Stir until spinach wilts and chicken is reheated, about 3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Let the dish rest for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly, then serve warm.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add more broth or cream to reach desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts with adjusted cooking time. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently with added broth or cream.

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