Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Creamy Tuscan Chicken Penne, a comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until cooked through and golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until creamy and smooth.
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss into the creamy chicken sauce along with fresh spinach. Mix well until pasta is coated in the sauce.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish can be frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm on the stove to reheat.
- For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for sautéed mushrooms or extra veggies like zucchini and bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg