Chicken And Pasta Tuscany Recipe

Name: Chicken And Pasta Tuscany
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz. chicken tenderloins; 2 tsp. chopped garlic; 1 Tbsp. fresh chives or scallions, cut; 4 oz. unsalted butter; 1/4 c. artichoke hearts, quartered; 1/8 c. sun-dried tomatoes, diced; 1/4 c. toasted pine nuts; 1/3 lb. chopped spinach; 1 Tbsp. fresh chopped basil; 3/4 lb. dried penne pasta, cooked; 1/4 c. heavy cream; 3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

12 oz. chicken tenderloins
2 tsp. chopped garlic
1 Tbsp. fresh chives or scallions, cut
4 oz. unsalted butter
1/4 c. artichoke hearts, quartered
1/8 c. sun-dried tomatoes, diced
1/4 c. toasted pine nuts
1/3 lb. chopped spinach
1 Tbsp. fresh chopped basil
3/4 lb. dried penne pasta, cooked
1/4 c. heavy cream
3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

1
Boil penne pasta in salted water until done.
2
Drain, rinse and reserve.
3
In a large saute pan, melt butter over medium heat.
4
Add garlic and chicken and saute until chicken is fully cooked.
5
Add sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts; toss while cooking for 3 minutes.
6
Add pine nuts, pasta and cream.
7
Turn heat high while stirring and cook until cream begins to thicken.
8
Add salt, pepper, basil and spinach.
9
Turn heat down and stir until spinach wilts.
10
Shut heat and serve.
11
Top each plate with grated Parmesan cheese.

875

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz. chicken tenderloins, 2 tsp. chopped garlic, 1 Tbsp. fresh chives or scallions, cut, 4 oz. unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Pasta Tuscany falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Pasta Tuscany

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Variations & substitutions

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