Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan sauce. Perfect for romantic dinners or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken Pasta:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Follow package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: Season with salt and pepper, then sauté in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
- Make the sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet, sauté garlic, stir in flour, and gradually whisk in broth, cream, and Parmesan.
- Combine: Add sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Return chicken and pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Substitute coconut cream and nutritional yeast for dairy-free options.
- Gluten-free pasta can be used for a celiac-friendly recipe.
- Adjust spice levels with more paprika or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg