Description
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta is a luscious and satisfying meal that seamlessly combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce in just one pot. With its delightful Italian-inspired flavors, highlighted by sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. In about 45 minutes, you can serve up a bowl of comfort that will impress your family and friends alike. The best part? Minimal cleanup! This versatile recipe allows for easy modifications with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces uncooked fusilli or penne pasta
- 2 cups packed baby spinach
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 ounces low fat cream cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic for 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add uncooked pasta and cook until al dente (15-20 minutes). Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Mix in cream cheese and parmesan until melted. Return chicken to the pot along with milk; stir until sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg