Here’s a delicious recipe for One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta with Chicken that’s easy to make and full of flavor!
One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta with Chicken
Ingredients
- For the Pasta:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed or dried)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
- In a large pot or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Broth and Pasta:
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the pasta and stir well. Cook according to the pasta package instructions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and has absorbed most of the broth (about 10-12 minutes).
- Stir in Cream and Spinach:
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, cooked chicken, fresh spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted and everything is heated through.
- Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach pasta!
Tips
- For added flavor, you can include red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Feel free to customize with other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Enjoy this quick and delicious one-pot meal!