Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and spinach in a creamy sauce, seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, served alongside pasta.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Proteins
01 -
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx. 340 g)
→ Vegetables
02 -
100 g fresh spinach leaves
03 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy
04 -
120 ml heavy cream
05 -
30 g grated Parmesan cheese
→ Pantry
06 -
250 g cooked pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
07 -
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
08 -
1 teaspoon sea salt
09 -
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 -
1 teaspoon Italian dried herbs
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
02 -
Pour in the heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and let simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
03 -
Stir in fresh spinach leaves and cooked pasta, mixing gently until spinach wilts and pasta is warmed through.
04 -
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Stir to combine evenly. Remove from heat and serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Do not overcook spinach to preserve its texture and nutrients.