Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken, rich cream, and vibrant ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. This easy recipe delivers comforting flavors in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its luscious sauce enveloping tender pasta, each bite promises satisfaction and warmth. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible culinary treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Slice chicken into thinner pieces for quicker cooking.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Build The Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well.
- Combine Ingredients: Return cooked pasta to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese and basil. Toss to combine; add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve: Plate the dish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 375g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg