Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 300 g (10 oz) pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and coat everything with the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Description
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.