This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Penne is a rich and flavorful dish loaded with juicy seared chicken, tender pasta, and a luscious garlic cream sauce. With bursts of sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, it’s a restaurant-quality meal made easily at home.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
Fresh basil, for garnish
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