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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe with Garlic and Spinach

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken pasta with garlic and fresh spinach, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. This dish combines tender chicken, a silky garlic cream sauce, and vibrant spinach for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips or bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (about 50 g), optional
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, fusilli, or favorite short pasta shape)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9–11 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Add chopped spinach to the pan and stir until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly, about 3–4 minutes. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, then add drained pasta. Toss everything together until pasta is coated with sauce and ingredients are evenly distributed. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes to warm through.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs like basil or parsley.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to get a golden crust. Cook garlic low and slow to avoid bitterness. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken; cook in batches if needed. Stir sauce continuously on medium-low heat to prevent curdling.

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