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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Pasta with Chicken: A Must-Try!

A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and tender chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 590
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and reduce the amount of cheese.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.

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