_Sips coffee and gets cozy in my favorite kitchen chair_
Oh honey, let me tell you about this absolutely divine family-style recipe that has my teenagers actually running to the dinner table (I know, shocking right?). I’m talking about my crowd-pleasing Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pasta, and trust me, it’s about to become your new family favorite!
Listen, as a busy mom who’s tired of hearing “what’s for dinner?” five times a day, I’ve perfected this recipe to be both impressive enough for company and easy enough for those hectic weeknight dinners. The best part? It’s all made in ONE PAN! _happy dance_
What You’ll Need:
– 4 chicken breasts (cut them into bite-sized pieces, we’re not savages!)
– 8 oz fettuccine pasta
– 2 cups heavy cream (calories don’t count when sharing with family 😉)
– 4 cloves garlic (or more, I won’t judge)
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
– 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
– Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper to taste
Y’all, before we dive in, don’t forget to follow me here on Newsbreak for more mouth-watering recipes that’ll make your family think you secretly attended culinary school!
Now, let’s get cooking:
1. Season those chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Give them a good sear in olive oil until golden brown. (About 5-7 minutes)
1. Remove the chicken (we’ll come back to it, promise!) and in the same pan, throw in that minced garlic. Let it do its thing for 30 seconds – your kitchen will smell amazing!
1. Pour in the heavy cream, add your pasta, and enough water to cover everything. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Perfect time to scroll through your phone or yell at the kids to set the table!)
1. Once the pasta is almost done, add back the chicken, toss in those sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan. Give it all a good stir until the spinach wilts and everything is coated in that heavenly sauce.
1. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken up – trust me on this one!
Ladies and gents, when I tell you this dish is a game-changer, I mean it! The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked pasta create a symphony of flavors that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
Pro tip: Want to make it even more indulgent? Add a splash of white wine to the sauce. I won’t tell if you pour yourself a glass while cooking! 🍷
If you’re loving this recipe as much as my family does, don’t be shy – drop a comment below and let me know how it turned out! And remember to follow me on Newsbreak for more drool-worthy recipes that’ll make you look like a kitchen goddess (or god, we don’t discriminate here!).
Until next time, happy cooking, darlings! And remember, calories shared with family don’t count… at least that’s what I keep telling myself! 😘
