Main Courses

Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta

Craving a quick and comforting dinner?

This Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta is packed with flavor, featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich, cheesy sauce.

Ready to become your new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side.

Set aside and slice into strips.

Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.

Add heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.

Step 4: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.

Step 5: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce. Stir in the sliced chicken.

Step 6: Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use other types of pasta?

Yes, any pasta like penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti will work great.

2. Can I substitute the chicken for another protein?

You can use shrimp or tofu as an alternative to chicken for a different flavor.

3. How long will leftovers last?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

4. Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Omit the chicken and use vegetable broth to make this dish vegetarian-friendly.

5. Can I freeze this dish?

Freezing is not recommended due to the creamy sauce, as it may separate upon reheating.

Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta

This recipe is packed with flavor, featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich, cheesy sauce.

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless & skinless
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side.
    Set aside and slice into strips.
  • In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce. Stir in the sliced chicken.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.

Related posts

Carne Con Chile Verde Y Papas

admin2

Fish Tacos

Julia

Holiday Turkey With Cranberry Pecan Stuffing

Julia

Homemade Enchiladas Rojas

admin2

Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Chicken (Diet-Friendly Recipe)

Julia

Pesto Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Bake

Julia