Description
Indulge in this decadent, restaurant-quality Italian-inspired meal featuring tender chicken breast tossed in a luscious, savory sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and freshly grated parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish relies on pantry staples to create a creamy, luxurious pasta that is sure to earn rave reviews at your dinner table.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 lb penne or rigatoni pasta
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped finely
1.5 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package directions.
Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
Sauté minced garlic in the remaining oil until fragrant.
Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for two minutes.
Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up all browned bits.
Pour in the heavy cream and simmer until the mixture thickens slightly.
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Return the chicken to the pan and toss with the cooked pasta to combine.
Notes
Ensure you use freshly grated parmesan for the best meltability in the sauce. If you prefer a gluten-free option, simply substitute the traditional pasta with your favorite gluten-free alternative. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Baking
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg