_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh my goodness, y’all! Let me tell you about this absolutely divine family-style recipe that has my kids literally licking their plates clean (and I’m not even mad about it). This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pasta is what dinner dreams are made of, and trust me, your family will be begging for seconds!
As a busy mom who’s always juggling a million things, I love that this recipe looks super fancy but is actually pretty simple to pull off. It’s my go-to when I want to feel like a kitchen goddess without spending hours chained to the stove (because let’s be real, who has time for that?).
Ingredients (serves 6):
– 4 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 pound penne pasta
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 6 if you’re living dangerously like me!)
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
– 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
– Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh basil for garnish
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Instructions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Pro tip: save some pasta water, trust me on this!
1. In a large skillet (and I mean large – we’re feeding an army here), heat olive oil over medium heat. Season those chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning like you mean it!
1. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside (resist the temptation to snack on it – I see you!).
1. In the same pan (hello, fewer dishes!), add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and cream, bringing to a gentle simmer.
1. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Honey, this is where the magic happens!
1. Toss in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, letting the spinach wilt into the sauce.
1. Return chicken to the pan, add cooked pasta, and toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add some of that pasta water I told you to save!
The result? A creamy, dreamy pasta dish that’ll have everyone thinking you’ve been secretly taking cooking lessons from an Italian grandmother! My husband actually does this cute little happy dance every time I make this (don’t tell him I told you that 😂).
Listen, darlings, if you enjoyed this recipe as much as my family does, please drop a comment below! I’d love to hear how it turned out for you, and don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious recipes that’ll make you feel like a kitchen superhero.
And between us girls (and guys!), this dish pairs beautifully with a glass of white wine – you know, for quality control purposes! 😉 Now go forth and cook up some magic in your kitchen! Remember to tag me in your creations – I live for those food pics!
XOXO,
Your favorite recipe girl 💋
