Description

Creamy chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your kitchen. This comforting recipe features tender chicken and al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, punctuated by the tang of sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and incredible taste.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Add spinach if using; cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
Toss drained pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating mushrooms or other vegetables. To make it dairy-free, swap heavy cream for coconut milk or cashew cream.