The flavors of Tuscany come together beautifully in this colorful pasta dish! It’s like a mosaic in your mouth! Tuscan Chicken Pasta has the bright intensity of sundried tomatoes, the fatty savory flavor of chicken, the leafy greens crunch of spinach, and a creamy parmesan sauce enchanting all of it! Tuscan Chicken Pasta has a sunny lightness in its taste but it’s hearty enough to keep you satisfied. It can be shining on your table in 30 minutes or less.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta, uncooked
- 1 pound chicken breast, skinless, boneless, and cubed
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, oil drained
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- basil, optional for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2 –Add the chicken cubes to a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat a large pan with the oil and add the seasoned chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked through. Remove to a plate.
Step 3 –In the same pan, add the butter. Once the butter has melted, cook the garlic and onion for a few minutes.
Step 4 –Add the sun-dried tomatoes and the heavy cream.
Step 5 –Bring to a simmer for about 2 minutes then add the Parmesan.
Step 6 –Once the cheese has melted, add the spinach. Simmer for a few moments, then add the seasonings.
Step 7 –Add the cooked pasta and stir until everything is well combined.
Step 8 –Serve immediately and garnish with basil and additional parmesan cheese, if desired.