Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta pairs tender, pan-seared chicken thighs with a lush Asiago sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spinach. White wine and a touch of lemon brighten the richness, while mini farfalle catches every drop of sauce. It’s a cozy, restaurant-style dish perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or casual weekend gathering.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- 2
Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet; cook until golden and the thighs are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the chicken thighs from the pan and set aside.
- 3
Lower the heat to low; add the onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook until the wine is almost evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the sundried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, and cook until the mixture has slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low; stir in the Asiago and heavy cream until well combined. Stir in the lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and ground black pepper.
- 6
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet; heat until warm, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn off the heat; let the pan sit off the heat while the pasta cooks. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- 7
Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Stir in the mini farfalle; return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet slightly firm to the bite, 7 to 8 minutes; drain.
- 8
Divide the pasta among four bowls, then top each with chicken thighs and sauce to serve.
- Calories 1127.18 kcal High
- Protein 40.08 g Good Source
- Carbs 119.99 g Moderate
- Total Fat 53.6 g High
- Saturated Fat 18.67 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 176.69 mg High
- Sodium 599.83 mg High
- Fiber 8.89 g Good Source
- Sugar 4.73 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 205.52 mg Moderate
- Iron 6.68 mg Good Source
- Potassium 756.01 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 46.61 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 33.77 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is an Italian dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Asiago Cheese, Baby Spinach, Black Pepper, and Boneless Chicken Thigh. Each serving provides about 1127.18 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta?
- It is an Italian pasta recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Asiago Cheese, Baby Spinach, Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Farfalle Pasta. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1127.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
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