π Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a rich and comforting dish made with tender seasoned chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, garlic, and Parmesan. Everything is tossed in a creamy, flavorful sauce for an easy and satisfying dinner thatβs perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family meal.
π Ingredients
- 300 g pasta (fettuccine or linguine)
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 100 g sun-dried tomatoes
- 100 g fresh spinach
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 60 g grated Parmesan
- Β½ tsp paprika
- Β½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Β½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water and drain.
- Season the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove, let rest, then slice.
- In the same skillet, sautΓ© the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1β2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add Parmesan. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Garnish with Parmesan, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately. πβ¨