Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Introduction

This decadent pasta dish takes everything you love about Tuscan flavors — creamy garlic sauce, savory sun-dried tomatoes, wilted spinach, and seasoned chicken — and wraps it up in a luscious, satisfying bowl of goodness. It’s perfect for cozy nights or when you want to impress guests without breaking a sweat in the kitchen.

 Servings: 4

 Prep Time: 15 minutes

 Cook Time: 25 minutes

 Total Time: 40 minutes

 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken cutlets)

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt & pepper to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

For the Pasta:

8 oz (225g) penne, fettuccine, or pasta of choice

Salted water for boiling

For the Cream Sauce:

2 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)

2 cups fresh baby spinach

Salt & pepper to taste

 Instructions

Cook the Pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare and Cook the Chicken:

Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make cutlets (if using thick breasts).

Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.

Remove chicken, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.

Make the Creamy Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

Pour in chicken broth and cream. Stir to combine.

Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted (about 2 minutes).

Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

Combine Everything:

Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce.

Toss to coat everything evenly and warm through for 1–2 minutes.

 Serving Suggestions:

Garnish with extra Parmesan, fresh basil, or cracked black pepper.

Serve with garlic bread or a simple green salad.

 Storage & Reheating:

Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Reheat: Gently reheat in a skillet with a splash of cream or milk to loosen the sauce.