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A delicious serving of Tuscan chicken pasta in a cast iron skillet, with creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and wilted spinach

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.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Serving Size 5 people

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.