Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Regular
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 juicy chicken breasts, sliced
- 8 oz of your favorite pasta, cooked
- 2 cups of fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, letting it sizzle for about a minute, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.
- Pour in heavy cream, allowing it to swirl with the ingredients. Bring to a gentle simmer and mix in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Combine the cooked pasta and sautéed chicken with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt. You can also use whole grain or gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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