Description
One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful delight that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a velvety Parmesan sauce, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. This dish captures the essence of Tuscan cuisine, making it a family favorite that transports your taste buds to the rolling hills of Italy.
Ingredients
1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
3 cloves Garlic, minced
3 cups Chicken broth
1 cup Heavy cream
8 oz Penne pasta
4 cups Fresh spinach
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
2. Sauté the Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same pot, sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
3. Add the Pasta and Liquids: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then add uncooked penne pasta. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
4. Incorporate the Chicken and Spinach: Return cooked chicken to the pot and stir in fresh spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted and sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Finish with Parmesan: Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and well-combined.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Let rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
You can swap the penne pasta for other types like rigatoni or fusilli. For a juicier result, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. To make it healthier, consider using a lighter cream or Greek yogurt in place of heavy cream, and incorporate more vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg