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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, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni preferred)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and brown on all sides for 4-5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken broth and heavy cream to the pan. Stir in uncooked pasta, ensuring it is submerged. Sprinkle remaining Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook pasta for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. When pasta is nearly al dente, stir browned chicken and fresh spinach into the pan. Cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes until chicken is cooked through and spinach is wilted.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve immediately, spooning into bowls while warm.

Notes

If the sauce thickens too much after resting, stir in a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen it. Stir gently during cooking to prevent pasta from sticking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use rice or chickpea flour pasta.

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