Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, a dish that brings the essence of Italy right to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts sautéed to perfection, combined with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce tossed with fettuccine. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s ideal for family dinners or special date nights. With its creamy texture and vibrant colors, this pasta dish is sure to impress everyone at your dining table.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Main Cuisine: Italian Keyword: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or swapping chicken for shrimp. For a lighter version, use less cream or substitute half-and-half. Servings: Serves 4 Calories: 650kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
Olive oil, salt, and pepper

Instructions

Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add heavy cream, bringing it to a simmer; stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until thickened. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Slice the chicken and combine it with the drained fettuccine in the sauce; toss well to coat.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

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