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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a creamy sauce.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 907 grams chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons pepper (freshly ground)
  • 30 milliliters olive oil
  • 28 grams butter (unsalted)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 170 grams sun-dried tomatoes (drained, roughly chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 240 milliliters heavy cream
  • 480 milliliters milk
  • 100 grams Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 227 grams penne (or macaroni, uncooked)
  • 90 grams baby spinach

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in oil until browned, then remove and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • Melt butter, add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning; sauté until fragrant.
  • Add cream, milk, Parmesan, and pasta; cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.
  • Return chicken and spinach; cook until warmed through and spinach wilted.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, simmer a bit longer to thicken.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, Creamy, Pasta