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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken pasta with a creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and tender chicken breasts. Perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni preferred)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized chunks (about 1-inch pieces). Mince garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, and measure out spinach, broth, and cream.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned but not fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add uncooked pasta and dried Italian seasoning. Stir to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender but al dente.
  5. Return browned chicken to the pan. Pour in heavy cream and stir gently to combine. Simmer uncovered for 3-5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Add fresh baby spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh parsley.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add more broth or cream to reach desired consistency. Stir pasta frequently while cooking to prevent sticking. Use a deep pan with a tight-fitting lid for even cooking. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with vegan cheese or nutritional yeast. Spinach can be swapped with kale or Swiss chard. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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