🍝 Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

📝 Ingredients:

For the Pasta:

• 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

For the Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup baby spinach
• Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• Fresh basil for garnish

🔥 Instructions:

🍝 Step 1: Cook the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.

🍗 Step 2: Sear the Chicken

1. While pasta cooks, season sliced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear chicken slices for 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

🧄 Step 3: Build the Sauce

1. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir gently and bring to a simmer.
3. Stir in Parmesan cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

🥬 Step 4: Finish the Dish

1. Toss cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
2. Stir in spinach and let it wilt for 1–2 minutes.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

🌿 Step 5: Serve

1. Plate the pasta generously, sprinkle with extra Parmesan, and top with fresh basil.
2. Serve immediately with garlic bread or a light side salad.