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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot meal combining tender chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy pasta for a comforting dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, fusilli, or rotini)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until lightly browned but not fully cooked, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and warm through for about 1 minute.
  5. Add chicken broth and pasta to the pot. Stir to combine and ensure pasta is submerged.
  6. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and broth mostly absorbed.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until sauce is creamy and coats the pasta evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil if using. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few minutes. Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for best flavor; soak dry-packed in hot water for 10 minutes before use. Stir occasionally to prevent pasta sticking. Let pasta rest off heat for 2 minutes to thicken sauce and meld flavors.

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