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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Linguine with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Spinach

Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken Linguine with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Spinach

This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Linguine with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Spinach features rich flavors and creamy texture, making it perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
For the Pasta and Greens
  • 8 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
Seasonings and Herbs
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Dry chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Heat olive oil over medium-high, sear chicken until golden (4–5 min each side). Transfer aside.
  2. In same pan over medium heat, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant, juicy, and glossy, stirring constantly.
  3. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze, simmer 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan; cook 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  4. Boil linguine in large pot of salted water until al dente, 8–10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  5. Slice seared chicken into strips; add to pan with linguine. Toss gently in cream sauce, adding reserved pasta water by tablespoons until sauce is silky and clings to pasta.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach handfuls; cook 1–2 minutes until just wilted, bright green, and tender. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle extra parmesan and chopped parsley before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing the cream sauce as it can separate.

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