Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Creamy Italian Chicken Sun Dried Tomato Pasta, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This pasta combines savory chicken with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and a luscious cream sauce, all beautifully mingled with fresh spinach and herbs. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe is sure to impress. With its creamy texture and vibrant taste, each bite is a celebration of Italian-inspired cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground Italian chicken
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced shallots
- 4 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 1/2 cups julienne sun dried tomatoes
- 3/4 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2/3 cup fresh Asiago cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, brown the Italian chicken until fully cooked. Remove and drain excess grease.
- Boil salted water in another pot and cook short-cut pasta according to package directions.
- In the same pan, sauté shallots in olive oil for 3 minutes; add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
- Deglaze with apple vinegar, scraping up browned bits; let reduce by half before adding heavy cream. Season with thyme and salt.
- Stir in Asiago cheese until melted; return chicken to the pan. Fold in spinach until wilted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, ensuring even coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg