Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, creating a comforting and flavorful experience. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe promises to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently; bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta and fresh spinach; mix thoroughly until heated through.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and stir until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg