Pasta with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes
Ultra creamy with layers of fascinating flavor, this Pasta with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes The recipe is special enough for a romantic dinner, but so easy that anyone (even my husband) can prepare it with absolute success.
Why you’ll love this creamy pasta with chicken and sundried tomatoes recipe
- A tried and true winnerThis is one of the most popular recipes on Well Plated, and why wouldn’t it be! It’s creamy, easy, and packed with sweet, chewy sun-dried tomatoes. (Why are sun-dried tomatoes so good? Because they take the flavor of the tomatoes and concentrate it, giving you more bang for your buck!)
- Let me repeat: it is. Easy. Like other sSimple pasta recipes for weekdays (Pasta with chicken and pesto, Penne with vodkaand Pasta with ricotta)This Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta tastes delicious and is prepared with minimal effort (if my husband can make it, anyone can make it!).
- Perfect for a date night inHave you ever gone to an Italian restaurant for dinner and wondered why you paid $25 for a plate of spaghetti? Save money and make this pasta with sundried tomatoes and chicken for dinner.
5 star review
“Absolutely delicious! My family said it was like restaurant food!”
—Kirstie—
How to make pasta with chicken and sundried tomatoes
The ingredients
- Whole wheat pastaOpt for bow ties. They are the stuff of gentlemen. Penne or other bite-sized pasta will also work.
- Unsalted butter. Far superior to extra virgin olive oil in this recipe.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breastsOr leave them out for a vegetarian version.
- Sun dried tomatoes. If you only have access to sun-dried tomatoes in a sealed bag, rather than packed in a jar with oil, I suggest rehydrating them in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to the dish. This ensures that the tomatoes are perfectly tender rather than tough or rubbery.
- Herbs and spices. The essentials: garlic, oregano, salt and pepper (both black and cayenne). Red pepper flakes are an easy substitute for cayenne if you prefer.
- Dry white Came. A few drops for the pasta. A few drops for you and your date. More for you and your date. (Also a star in this one Pasta with mushrooms.)
- Whipped creamA little goes a long way and it’s worth it!
- Parmesan cheeseGo the extra mile and grate your own.
- Spinach. It’s packed with things like iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. (Love the healthy added bonus? Consider this Macaroni and cheese with Tuscan chicken for your next dinner party.)
The addresses
- Cook the pastaDrain and set aside.
- Cooking the chickenUsing butter provides a rich flavor from the start.
- Incorporate the flavor creatorsSun-dried tomatoes and wine.
- FinishAfter the wine has reduced, remove the pan from the heat and add the pasta along with the cream, spinach and parmesan.
- AttendStir everything together until the spinach is wilted. ENJOY!
Recipe variations
- Add fresh herbsAdd fresh basil, thyme or rosemary at the end of cooking time.
- Make it vegetarianOmit the chicken and add a can of chickpeas or white beans, or your favorite veggie chicken.
- Try different vegetablesSwiss chard, rainbow chard or arugula would also work here.
- Add some umamiFancy Italian olives (or even just pitted kalamata olives) add a bit of salty, umami flavor to this pasta recipe with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes.
Leftover ideas
Sometimes you have a little pasta left over, but not necessarily enough for a full meal. In these cases, I like to bulk it up by adding a good portion of vegetables on the side. Grilled Broccolini, Sautéed Zucchinieither Roasted Asparagus They are all excellent options.
What to serve with pasta with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes?
- SaladComplete your meal with Arugula salad either Burrata Salad.
- Vegetable garnishesYou can never go wrong with roasted vegetables! I like this pasta with Roasted Green Beans and Roasted Eggplant.
- BreadYes, we serve carbs upon carbs here, but you… know You want to soak up any remaining creamy sauce with a slice of Bread with olive oil and rosemary either No-knead focaccia!
Tips and tricks for preparing recipes
- Use a large skilletYou want to have room to stir without the pasta spilling over the sides of the pan. No one wants to clean up that mess!
- Have a mise en placeIn other words, make sure you have all your ingredients ready before you start cooking. This is a quick recipe, which means you won’t have time to pause and prepare ingredients.
- Grate your own cheese. This is so Important! Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoothly into the cream sauce, while store-bought grated Parmesan (“wobbly cheese,” as the kids call it) never completely melts, giving the sauce a strange texture.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta any shape you like (recommended: bow tie or linguine)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 jar Julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil (7 ounces) drained
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- ½ teaspoon Dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt More extra for cooking pasta
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio) or low sodium chicken broth
- 23 cup whipped cream
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese More additional to serve
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Sprinkle with a few teaspoons of salt, then add the pasta and cook according to package directions, until al dente (slightly firm and chewy, but not tough). Drain and set aside.
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Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low, then add the drained sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper and cayenne and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the wine and cook for 2 minutes, until the liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat.
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Add the whipped cream to the pan, then the pasta, spinach and 1/2 cup Parmesan. Stir for 30 seconds to reduce the spinach. Sprinkle with more Parmesan and serve.
Grades
- TO SAVE:Refrigerate leftover sun-dried tomato paste in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- TO REHEAT:Gently heat in the microwave, cover with a little chicken broth or heavy cream to prevent drying out.
- FREEZE:Freeze pasta in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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