Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken (Print)
Tender chicken, sun dried tomatoes, and spinach simmered in a creamy sauce with pasta for easy Italian comfort.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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15 ml olive oil
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450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 g garlic powder
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5 g Italian seasoning
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0.5 g red pepper flakes, optional
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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80 g shallots, diced
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2 cloves garlic, grated
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55 g sun dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
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225 g uncooked fusilli or penne pasta
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590 ml low sodium chicken broth
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60 g baby spinach, packed
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55 g low fat cream cheese, room temperature
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240 ml whole milk
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20 g shredded parmesan cheese
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4 g fresh basil, chopped
# Steps:
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Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 6–8 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
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If necessary, add a splash of oil to the pan. Add diced shallots, grated garlic, and chopped sun dried tomatoes; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Add the uncooked pasta and reduce the heat to medium. Stir frequently and cook for 15–20 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
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In the last minute of pasta cooking, add the baby spinach and stir until leaves are wilted.
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Add the cream cheese and shredded parmesan, mixing until fully melted and incorporated.
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Return the cooked chicken to the pan along with whole milk. Stir until the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through, about 3–5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Remove from heat and top with chopped fresh basil and extra parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Stir pasta regularly during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even absorption of sauce.