Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp sundried tomato oil from jar (divided, (or olive oil)
- 1 lb. chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes (2 breasts, 453g)
- 1 tsp salt (divided
- 1 tsp black pepper (divided, (freshly cracked)
- ½ onion (small dice, (1 cup, 155g)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced, (2 tbsp)
- ½ cup sundried tomatoes (packed in oil, (thinly sliced, 90g)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2½ cups chicken broth (20oz.)
- 8 oz. penne pasta (uncooked
- 1½ tsp italian seasoning
- ½ cup heavy cream (room temperature, (4oz.)
- ⅓ cup frozen spinach (thawed and pressed, (80g)
- ½ cup parmesan cheese (grated, (40g)
Instructions
- Prepare and measure all ingredients ahead of time.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sundried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper, then add to the skillet in an even layer.
- Cook the chicken undisturbed for 3 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add remaining sundried tomato oil, onions, garlic, and sundried tomatoes. Cook for about 3 minutes until the onions soften.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken broth, penne pasta, remaining salt and pepper, Italian seasoning, and the chicken with any juices back into the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a medium simmer, and cover. Cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, stir and check for sticking. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Remove the lid and check pasta doneness. Add a splash of chicken broth if needed, then turn off the heat.
- Stir in heavy cream and thawed spinach until everything is warmed and combined thoroughly.
- Top with fresh Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, try customizing with your favorite vegetables.
Make sure to taste and adjust seasoning before serving for the best flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.