Description
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and comforting dish that transports you to the sunlit hills of Tuscany. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, and creamy sauce for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s a flavorful adventure your taste buds won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., fettuccine)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Prep ingredients: Chop garlic and slice chicken into cubes. Wash spinach thoroughly.
- 2. Sauté chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- 3. Add garlic and tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes; sauté until tomatoes soften (3-5 minutes).
- 4. Create creamy sauce: Lower heat, add heavy cream, and simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- 5. Add spinach and cheese: Stir in spinach until wilted (1-2 minutes). Mix in Parmesan cheese for added richness.
- 6. Toss with pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, then combine with the chicken mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg