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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for busy weeknights and comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta (uncooked)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Optional: red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Optional: extra grated Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep ingredients: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, chop onion and garlic, and slice sun-dried tomatoes if needed. Measure out broth, cream, and cheese.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping browned bits off the pan. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add dry pasta to the simmering liquid, stir well, and cover with lid. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid absorbed, about 10-12 minutes. Add more broth or water if needed.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the pan. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook until spinach wilts and cheese melts. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  7. Serve immediately garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Let the sauce thicken slightly off the heat before serving for richer texture. Stir occasionally during pasta cooking to prevent sticking. Use fresh garlic and freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of broth or milk to loosen sauce.

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