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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot creamy Tuscan chicken pasta that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a velvety cheese sauce for a cozy and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained if dry-packed)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (optional)
  • 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta (uncooked)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4–5 minutes, turning occasionally until golden but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Stir frequently for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Add uncooked pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to submerge pasta.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover loosely and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Once pasta is tender and most liquid absorbed, stir in softened cream cheese and grated Parmesan until sauce is thick and creamy.
  7. Return cooked chicken and baby spinach to the skillet. Stir until spinach wilts and everything is heated through, about 2 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for a smooth sauce. Stir pasta frequently while simmering to prevent sticking. Adjust sauce thickness by adding broth or cream if too thick, or simmer uncovered if too thin. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with vegan alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta such as brown rice or chickpea penne.

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