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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!
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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!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 751kcal
Author Sara Welch

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

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

Calories: 751kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g