🍝 Tuscan Chicken Pasta – Creamy Skillet Perfection 🍅🌿
A rich, garlicky cream sauce meets tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and vibrant spinach in this comforting Tuscan-inspired pasta dish. It’s simple, flavorful, and made in just one skillet!
📝 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz penne (or any pasta you love), cooked
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Crushed red chili flakes (optional, for a little kick)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sear the Chicken:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove and set aside if needed. - Sauté the Aromatics:
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the tomatoes begin to soften. - Wilt the Greens:
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute. - Make the Creamy Sauce:
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the grated Parmesan and stir until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. - Combine and Toss:
Return the cooked chicken (if removed) to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until evenly coated in the sauce. - Serve & Enjoy:
Plate up your Tuscan chicken pasta, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and crushed red chili flakes if desired. Serve warm and dig in!
💡Pro Tips
- Swap penne for fettuccine or rigatoni for a fun twist.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes for an extra layer of tangy sweetness.
- Not a fan of cream? Use half cream, half chicken broth for a lighter version.
