Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy sauce. Here’s a recipe to make Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta:

Ingredients:

8 oz (225g) pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (50g) sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 cups (60g) fresh spinach leaves
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (such as basil, oregano, and thyme)
Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Season the chicken breast slices with salt and pepper on both sides.

In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken slices and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Add the sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach leaves, dried Italian herbs, and cooked chicken slices to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and the chicken is heated through.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is coated evenly with the creamy sauce and the ingredients are well combined.

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Serve hot and enjoy your Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta!

This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner and is sure to impress with its creamy texture and vibrant flavors. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding additional vegetables or herbs to suit your taste preferences.