Creamy, Savory & Simple Recipe for Dinner
This recipe for dinner brings creamy Tuscan flavors straight to your table in one pan! Succulent chicken, sun‑dried tomatoes, spinach, and al dente pasta come together in a rich garlic‑cream sauce—comfort food done fast.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun‑dried tomatoes (in oil), drained & chopped
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne or fusilli works)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, pepper, and fresh basil to serve
Instructions:
- Sear chicken: In a large pan, heat olive oil and cook chicken pieces until lightly browned (about 4–5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same pan, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add pasta: Stir in pasta, sun‑dried tomatoes, broth, and cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook: Cover the pan and simmer 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
- Finish: Stir in spinach, chicken, and Parmesan. Cook 2–3 more minutes until everything is combined and creamy. Season to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with basil or extra Parmesan. Enjoy this creamy yet simple dinner recipe!
Why You’ll Love It:
This one‑pot dish is creamy, comforting, and packed with Mediterranean flavors. With minimal cleanup and maximum taste, it’s the ultimate go‑to recipe for dinner.