Indulge in a creamy and flavorful dish with this Creamy Chicken Pasta recipe. Tender chicken, savory sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach are combined in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce for a satisfying meal.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
12ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained and sliced
2cups baby spinach
1cup heavy cream
1/2cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Cook the pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Cook the chicken: Season and cook chicken until golden. Set aside.
Prepare the sauce: Saute garlic and red pepper flakes, then add sun-dried tomatoes, cream, Parmesan, and seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened.
Finish the dish: Add spinach, chicken, and pasta to the sauce. Heat through and serve.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.