Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce
Chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes in creamy sauce delivers rich garlic notes, gentle nuttiness from almondmilk, and a bright finish of fresh basil. Tender chicken and bow-tie pasta are coated in a light Parmesan cream that feels indulgent without being heavy. Serve this comforting dish for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want big flavor with simple ingredients.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 46 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 46
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 39
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 62
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring now and then, until tender yet slightly firm to the bite per package directions, 9 to 12 minutes. Drain and set the pasta aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, for the sauce, heat olive oil (or butter) in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 more minute, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Gradually pour in Almond Breeze Unsweetened Original Almondmilk or Almond Breeze Extra Creamy Almondmilk, whisking until smooth. Continue cooking until it comes to a simmer and begins to thicken. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the cheese melts. Keep the sauce over low heat until the pasta is done.
- 4
When both the sauce and pasta are ready, toss them with the chopped chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, and half of the fresh basil until evenly combined. Serve right away, garnished with the remaining fresh basil. Top with extra Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Calories 1810.29 kcal High 91%
- Protein 89.55 g Good Source 179%
- Carbohydrate 271.6 g 99%
- Total Fat 32.54 g High 42%
- Saturated Fat 9.41 g High 47%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 177.08 mg High 59%
- Sodium 858.22 mg High 37%
- Dietary Fiber 15.73 g Good Source 56%
- Total Sugars 3.09 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 809.28 mg Good Source 62%
- Iron 11.43 mg Good Source 64%
- Potassium 1887.73 mg Good Source 40%
- Vitamin A 122.49 mcg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin C 34.55 mg Good Source 38%
- Vitamin D 2.42 mcg Moderate 12%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Chicken Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce is made with 14 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Farfalle Pasta. Each serving provides about 1810.29 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Farfalle Pasta, Fresh Basil. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1810.29 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce healthy?
- Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Creamy Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 62/100. Per serving, it provides 1810.29 calories and 89.55 g of protein, or 179% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 858.22 mg (37% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 9.41 g (47% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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