Spicy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Made Simple and Delicious
This vibrant and hearty dish combines tender chicken with rich flavors and a touch of heat, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special family gatherings.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 8 ounces Pasta Choose your favorite type, such as penne or fettuccine.
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing the chicken.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For the sauce.
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Wilts down quickly.
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice tolerance.
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning For flavor.
Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- 3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and heat through for about 2 minutes.
- 5. Pour in heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 6. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7. Mix in red pepper flakes and Italian seasoning. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 8. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- 9. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables, adjusting spice levels, or using different types of pasta.