Creamy Chicken Pasta Delight (Printable)

Savor this creamy chicken pasta dish with sun-dried tomatoes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Pasta

02 - 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta

→ Dairy

03 - ½ cup heavy cream
04 - ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
07 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
08 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Liquids

09 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Spices & Herbs

10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

# How-To:

01 - Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
02 - Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
03 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
04 - In the same skillet, add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
06 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
07 - Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return to the skillet. Add drained pasta and toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
08 - Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This dish is creamy and flavorful, a secret weapon for impressing dinner guests without breaking a sweat.
  • The combination of ingredients brings a wonderful depth, making even a simple weeknight dinner feel special.
02 -
  • Never skip reserving pasta water; it can be the key to achieving that perfect sauce consistency.
  • Adding a splash of white wine with the chicken broth can elevate the flavors to a whole new level.
03 -
  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor; it truly makes a difference.
  • Don't be afraid to play with the ingredient ratios to suit your taste.
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