Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Name: Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 plates
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.5 lb pasta; Salt; 2 chicken breasts; Salt; Black pepper; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp dried basil; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 0.5 onion; 3 cloves garlic; 1 handful fresh spinach; 0.75 cup sun-dried tomatoes; 1 cup heavy cream; 0.5 cup chicken stock; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; Fresh basil; Reserved pasta water

These Carbs Don't Count

This Tuscan Chicken Pasta is rich, savory, and full of bold flavors. Seasoned chicken is pan-seared to golden perfection, then combined with a creamy sauce made from garlic, sautéed onion, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Heavy cream and chicken stock give the sauce its velvety consistency, while Parmesan and mozzarella bring the creamy, cheesy finish. Tossed with tender pasta and topped with fresh basil, this dish is a hearty and comforting go-to for any pasta night.

Tuscan Chicken Pasta

These Carbs Don't Count

Difficultymedium

Ingredients

For the Chicken

For the Sauce

Instructions

0 of 8 done

Step 1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
Step 2
Season chicken with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and dried basil.
Step 3
In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté diced onion until soft. Add garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until spinach is wilted.
Step 5
Pour in heavy cream and chicken stock. Stir and bring to a simmer.
Step 6
Season sauce with salt, pepper, and the same seasoning blend used on the chicken.
Step 7
Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, cooked chicken, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Stir until cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
Step 8
Top with more cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Cook Better

Tips & Tricks

Nutrition

Per serving

My Notes

PrivatePRIVATE TO YOU

Only you can see these

Private to you. Jot down what you changed so it's here next time you cook this.

Keep your own notes on this recipe

Private to your account — what you changed, what you'd do differently next time.

Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus

Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!

More Pasta Recipes

Quick Explore Recipes by Meal Type

See All Pasta