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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken pasta recipe featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained slightly)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. When shimmering, add chicken pieces and cook 4-5 minutes until golden but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding burning the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine and scraping browned bits from the bottom. Add uncooked pasta, ensuring it is submerged.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook 12-15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent sticking. Add more broth or water if sauce thickens too fast.
  6. Stir chicken back in along with fresh spinach. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes until chicken is cooked through and spinach wilts.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning chicken to ensure proper browning. Stir pasta every 5 minutes during simmering to prevent sticking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melt and flavor. Add spinach at the end to keep it vibrant. If sauce thickens too much after resting, loosen with warm broth or cream. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with vegan alternative. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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