Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes
If you’re looking for an easy recipe packed with robust flavors, this creamy Tuscan chicken pasta recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner. This hearty meal comes together in one large skillet for minimal cleanup and is made with juicy chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh baby spinach, and a delicious creamy sauce.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: This easy one pot recipe comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights.
- Rich and Creamy: The combination of heavy cream and chicken broth creates a luxurious sauce.
- Packed with Robust Flavors: Sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and garlic add bold, Tuscan-inspired flavors.
- Customizable: Swap out the pasta—penne pasta, rigatoni pasta, and even rotini are great options.
- Perfect for Leftovers: This family favorite tastes just as good the next day!
Ingredients
For this delicious Tuscan Chicken Pasta, you’ll need these simple ingredients that come together to create a rich and flavorful dish:
- Chicken: I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1″ pieces.
- Oil: I use unrefined coconut oil, but you can use any oil of your choice.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: I used jarred oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (drained).
- Dried Minced Garlic: You can also use fresh garlic if preferred.
- Italian Seasoning: For that perfect herb blend that gives the dish its signature flavor.
- Chicken Broth: Helps create a savory base for the creamy sauce.
- Heavy Cream: Adds richness and creaminess to the sauce.
- Spinach: Fresh spinach adds a burst of color and nutrients and wilts perfectly into the creamy sauce.
Special Tools (affiliate links): Large Skillet (3.5 qt)
How to Make Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Here is how to make this creamy chicken pasta recipe:
- Prep the Chicken: Cut your chicken breasts into 1″ pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 8-10 minutes or until fully cooked through and golden brown. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet, but leave any drippings and juices in the pan.
- Sauté the Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Add the sundried tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes over medium-low heat. Then, add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Chicken Broth and Pasta: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a low simmer. Add the pasta (bowtie is ideal!) and cook until al dente—be sure not to overcook the noodles!
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, followed by the cooked chicken. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Add the Spinach: Toss in the spinach and cook for a few minutes until it wilts into the creamy pasta sauce.
- Taste Test: Add more salt and pepper to adjust the flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Tips for the Perfect Tuscan Chicken Pasta
- Pasta: I have only used bowtie pasta, but feel free to try any pasta you prefer.
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: This step is crucial! Overcooked pasta can make your dish mushy, so check the pasta as it cooks.
- Garlic: If you don’t have fresh or dried minced garlic, substitute it with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
- Let the pasta cool to room temperature before storing.
- Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- To reheat on the stove, warm over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Alternatively, reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed through.
More Recipes You Will Love
Here are several more easy creamy pasta recipes you’ll love:
- Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet: A one-pan dish loaded with savory ground beef, cheesy pasta, and a creamy sauce.
- Cheese Tortellini with Sausage, Spinach, Tomatoes, and a Cream Sauce: A delicious blend of creamy sauce, sausage, and veggies over cheese-filled tortellini.
- Creamy Italian Sausage Soup with Pasta: A comforting, creamy soup packed with Italian sausage, pasta, and rich flavors.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes
This Tuscan Chicken Pasta is made with simple, wholesome ingredients like tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh spinach, all brought together in a creamy, flavorful sauce.
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet (3.5 qt)
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breast, cut into 1″ pieces
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoon oil
- ½ cup sun dried tomatoes, oil drained
- 2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cut your chicken breasts into 1″ pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until fully cooked through and golden brown. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet, but leave any drippings and juices in the pan.
- Add the sundried tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes over medium-low heat. Then, add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a low simmer. Add the pasta (bowtie is ideal!) and cook until al dente—be sure not to overcook the noodles!
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, followed by the cooked chicken. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Toss in the spinach and cook for a few minutes until it wilts into the creamy pasta sauce.
- Add more salt and pepper to adjust the flavor.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- Pasta: I have only used bowtie pasta, but feel free to try any pasta you prefer.
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: This step is crucial! Overcooked pasta can make your dish mushy, so check the pasta as it cooks.
- Garlic: If you don’t have fresh or dried minced garlic, substitute it with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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I’m Sarah, the creator of Rocky Hedge Farm, where I share my love for simple living, homemade meals, and creating a cozy home. As a wife and mother, I’m passionate about slowing down, cooking from scratch, and finding joy in the everyday moments of life. From DIY projects and family-friendly recipes, I hope to inspire others to embrace a life rooted in simplicity and warmth.
My family absolutely loved this delicious recipe! My husband couldn’t stop saying yum. The hardest part was cutting the chicken into chunks which was not hard at all. I subbed mini bow tie pasta and used closer to 1 c sliced sun dried tomatoes and about 5 sliced fresh mushrooms (added when I added the sun dried tomatoes). Even my very picky kids ate it!
Another fantastic recipe from Rocky Hedge Farm! 🤩
I’m so happy to hear your family loved it! The mini bow tie pasta and extra sun-dried tomatoes sound like great substitutions. And yay for the picky eaters—always a win! Thanks so much for trying it out and sharing your tweaks. I love hearing how it turns out for you! 😊
This is so delicious and easy to make. My husband is not a fan of spinach, but went back for seconds! This will definitely be on my dinner rotation.
That’s fantastic! I love when a recipe wins over someone who’s not usually a fan of an ingredient. So glad it made it onto your dinner rotation! Thanks for sharing — that means a lot!