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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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An easy, comforting one-pot meal combining juicy chicken, tender pasta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 8 oz uncooked penne or rigatoni pasta (gluten-free pasta optional)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering but not smoking.
  2. Add the chicken pieces seasoned lightly with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add the uncooked pasta and pour in the chicken broth along with the remaining Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine. The broth should just cover the pasta.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking.
  6. Once the pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed, stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan along with the fresh spinach.
  7. Cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Remove from heat and let the pasta rest for a couple of minutes to allow the sauce to thicken further and flavors to meld.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen it. If too thin, simmer uncovered a bit longer. Stir pasta gently and regularly during simmering to prevent sticking. Brown chicken in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For low-carb, use spiralized zucchini noodles added at the end.

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Keywords: one-pot, Tuscan chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, comfort food

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