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Sun Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

This recipe for sun dried tomato pasta is penne pasta with sauteed chicken and spinach, tossed in a creamy garlic sauce. An easy dinner that the whole family will love!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 751 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons flour
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup oil packed sun dried tomatoes drained
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; prepare pasta according to package directions.
  2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and just cooked through.Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the flour to the pan and stir to coat the chicken. Cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the broth to the pan and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and cook until just thickened, 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the parmesan cheese, sun dried tomatoes and spinach and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Drain the pasta and pour it into the pan with the chicken mixture. Stir to coat the pasta in the sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories 751kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Cholesterol 184mg (61%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 751

% Daily Value*

Calories 751kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Cholesterol 184mg 61%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.