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Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe

A creamy, flavor-packed Tuscan chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and tender spinach leaves. Ready in 30 minutes, this dish combines comforting textures and rich flavors for a satisfying meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
  • 3 –4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy or whipping cream
  • 1 –2 cups loosely packed baby spinach
  • Small handful fresh basil finely chopped
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente, following package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the diced chicken, seasoning it with garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, flour, and lemon juice. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and simmer for approximately one minute.
  • Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, cooking for an additional few minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the sauce thickens slightly. Avoid overcooking the chicken.
  • Add the fresh basil and spinach to the skillet, stirring until the spinach wilts, about a minute. Taste and adjust with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Gently toss the drained pasta with the sauce until well-coated. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan.

Notes

For best results, use julienned sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil; drain them before adding to the sauce.