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Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring juicy chicken, vibrant spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 8 oz pasta (your choice: penne, fettuccine, or farfalle)
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably in olive oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the diced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic and Spinach
  1. In the same pan, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking until the spinach wilts down, about 2-3 minutes.
Create the Creamy Sauce
  1. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and allow the mixture to simmer gently until the sauce thickens a bit — about 3-5 minutes.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked chicken and pasta into the skillet, tossing everything together until well-coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Do not overcook pasta; it should be al dente. Add additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.