Savor the richness of our Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, an exquisite blend of tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and lush spinach enveloped in a luxurious creamy sauce.
Perfect for those who crave a gourmet meal without the hassle, this recipe promises a delectable escape to the heart of Italy.
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This recipe is inspired by my favorite order from Macaroni Grill back in the day. Anybody remember this?
This Tuscan Chicken Pasta brings a touch of Tuscan flavors into your kitchen, making it a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering.
Its creamy sauce, combined with the robust flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, creates a truly memorable meal that’s both nourishing and indulgent. Enjoy this easy recipe that brings the best of Italian cuisine to your table with minimal effort.
Love pasta? Try our Cheese Manicotti! It is simple, delicious, and such a crowd-pleaser!
How to Make Tuscan Chicken Pasta
First, gather your ingredients.
Ingredients
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To make this Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- Penne pasta
- Chicken breast
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh spinach
- Fresh basil (optional)
Adding a touch of dry white wine to the sauce can elevate the flavors, making it a great option for easy entertaining.
Cooking Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful recipe that can be prepared with minimal effort yet delivers a profoundly satisfying taste. Here is how you can make it at home. First, cook the pasta according to package instructions, until cooked al dente.
Heat a medium skillet to medium-high heat and add the butter. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan. Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
In the same pan, add the olive oil followed by the garlic. Cook for about a minute, just until fragrant. Stir in the Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream. Let the sauce simmer gently to blend the flavors.
Mix in the parmesan cheese and spinach.
Stir until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts.
Add back the cooked pasta and chicken.
Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well coated with the creamy Tuscan sauce.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and relish every bite of this comforting dish.
Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Always use common sense and good judgement when it comes to leftovers, though! If something looks or smells off, it’s better to be safe and discard it.
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Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Savor the richness of this Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, an exquisite blend of tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta penne or farfalle/ bowtie are my favorites for this recipe – cooked according to package instructions
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast sliced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic – peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese – plus more for topping
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Fresh chopped basil – optional for topping
Instructions
- Heat a medium skillet to medium-high heat and add the butter. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan with the butter. Toss and cook for 3-4 minutes per side then remove the chicken and place it onto a clean plate.
- Add the oil to the same pan you cooked the chicken in. Then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, tossing it in the oil as it cooks. Add Italian seasoning, tomatoes, and cream. Season with salt and pepper and toss and cook the sauce on medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Add the cheese and spinach and cook for 3-4 minutes to melt the cheese and wilt the spinach.
- Then add the pasta and chicken and toss it all together in the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and top with fresh chopped basil and more parmesan cheese if desired.
- Divide into bowls, serve hot and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.
Kris Marie says
Made this tonight for dinner, we enjoyed it. Next time I’m going to use less Italian seasoning and more spinach. I also seasoned the chicken with garlic powder and onion powder. Thank you!