The BEST Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe Ever (2024)

Enjoy this delicious Creamy Tuscan chicken pasta recipe for lunch or dinner any day of the week. Quick and easy creamy pasta recipe made Tuscan Style and ready in 30 minutes.

This Creamy chicken pasta recipe is the ultimate comfort meal. It is made with added chicken bites for some added protein, loaded with spinach for a nutrient boost, and infused with creamy Tuscan flavors.

Ready in just under 30 minutes, this Tuscan chicken pasta recipe is going to be on your weekly menu because it will be a huge hit. Cheesy, garlicky, full of flavor, and a one-pot meal that’s perfect for everyone.

Why you will love this recipe

• Easy and complete meal: making this Tuscan chicken pasta is so easy. Not to mention it’s all made in one pot and you don’t have to worry about making any sides.
• Delicious: It’s packed with creamy goodness and flavor. Everyone will love this pasta recipe and promise to be a huge hit.
• Vegetarian-friendly: Make this without the chicken and you got yourself a vegetarian meal.

Recipe Ingredients

• Pasta of choice: use whatever kind of pasta you already have. You may use gluten-free if needed or lentil pasta for a healthier option.
• Chicken: go with chicken breast for a leaner and healthier option.
• Oil: we used olive oil. You may use avocado oil or grapeseed oil.
• Garlic cloves: we recommend you use fresh garlic cloves and not garlic powder. You may also use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes
• Italian seasoning: if you don’t have this handy, use 1/4 tsp of the following seasonings- basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme.
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sun-dried tomatoes: use the ones that are packed in oil and not the packets.
• Almond milk: if you don’t have almond milk, use any milk of choice.
• Flour: use any flour you have on hand, or use cornstarch.
• Fresh baby spinach: we prefer that you use fresh spinach. If you want to use frozen, you can but just thaw and drain first.
• Parmesan cheese: grate your own. You may sub this cheese with grated Romano Cheese.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to make Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

• Boil and prepare pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to package directions to al dente.
• Prepare and cook the chicken: Chop the chicken into 1-inch pieces and place it into a bowl. Stir in the oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and continue to cook until cooked through for about 5-7 minutes.

• Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk the milk and flour until no visible lumps.
• Pour the milk mixture over the cooked chicken in the pan, and mix well to combine. Allow the sauce to bubble for a few minutes to thicken up. It should take no more than 3-4 minutes.

• Add spinach and cheese: Once the sauce is done, add spinach and stir until wilted. Add cooked pasta together with grated Parmesan and stir to combine. Enjoy.

Recipe Notes and tips

• Pasta: use pasta of choice. Gluten-free, whole wheat, lentil pasta, or chickpea pasta.
• Chicken: we used chicken breast but you may use boneless thighs. Consider using shrimp instead of chicken if desired.
• Spinach: we recommend using fresh spinach. Frozen spinach can be used but thaw first and drain to remove excess water.
• You may use other veggies like kale.
• Use fresh garlic or replace it with 1 tablespoon of garlic powder.
• Cook the pasta al dente since it will cook again with everything else to prevent having soft and soggy pasta.
• Store leftover chicken pasta in a container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• PLEASE NOTE: *****To make this dish healthier we used almond milk. But you can use any other milk, heavy cream, or whipping cream if you don’t mind the added calories.****

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