Description
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that whisks you away to Italy with every bite. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a velvety sauce, it’s perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta is not only quick but also bursting with Mediterranean flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6–7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer while stirring. Add grated Parmesan cheese and dried herbs.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss into the creamy sauce along with sliced chicken pieces.
- Mix well until everything is coated in sauce. Serve hot garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating a splash of white wine into the sauce. Customize your pasta by adding sun-dried tomatoes or other vegetables based on your preference.