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This simple one pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta is the perfect winter dinner. Quick, easy, hearty, and so delicious! Pan-seared Italian seasoned chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato spinach sauce. Cooked together with rigatoni pasta for a quick dinner made in one pot. Truly one of those all-in-one dinners that everyone at the table will love. Great for a weeknight, but equally fancy enough to serve up at your next holiday dinner. You can’t go wrong with this Tuscan style pasta.
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This December has been a special one in that four out of six of my brothers are here in Colorado all month. Normally, they’ll all come in the days leading up to Christmas, but with some snowboard events happening here all month long, the boys have been at home.
And when I say the boys, I mean Kai and Red. Well, Creighton is here too. I’m not exactly sure of his reasoning for being here all month. But I truly believe it’s because he misses Oslo when he leaves. And Trevor has been back and forth. I love having them home. Each one provides a little inspiration on any given day.
Lately, the boys have been requesting a lot of pasta and chicken. I’ve been making random dishes every night. But this one turned out so good that I wanted to recreate the dish and share it.
Everyone at the table loved this pasta. Even my dad, who’s not that into chicken and pasta, said the flavor was delicious.
And what do I love about this dish? Just how quick and easy it is to prepare!
The details
Seeing as this is a one pot recipe, it’s pretty straight forward. I start with the sun-dried tomatoes. I love using a jar of oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes. Not only are the tomatoes delicious, but I also use the oil from the jar to cook the chicken. The oil is always seasoned, so it adds even more flavor. Just make sure it’s extra virgin olive oil.
While I’m cooking the chicken, I season it with a homemade Italian seasoning blend…dried basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary and sage. Then I add smoked paprika and chili flakes. It’s a delicious mix and makes the chicken very flavorful.
Oh, and I add some parmesan too!
Once the chicken has cooked, add some water to make a paste. Then add the pasta and cook until the pasta is just al dente. Stir in a bit if cream, lots of spinach, the sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan.
Add the chicken back to the pasta and toss everything until it is creamy.
I serve each bowl with extra parmesan and a squeeze of lemon. DELICIOUS!
It’s everything you’d expect out of a multi-step recipe, but all made in way less than an hour – and in one pot too. Simple, simple – and we love that.
You can serve this up on busy weeknights, but it’s equally great for holiday dinners with friends and family. I’m sure I’ll be remaking this over the holidays. My family members are slowly starting to make their way back to Colorado for Christmas (my remaining brothers and cousins), so this will be on repeat.
Looking for winter pasta recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Pesto Tortellini Zuppa Toscana
Creamy Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Pasta
One Pot French Onion Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto
Basil Parmesan Pasta with Crispy Chicken, Prosciutto, and Arugula
Lastly, if you make this Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning , (see note)
- 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
- red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 medium shallot, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 pound short cut pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1. Drain 3 tablespoons of oil from the sun-dried tomato jar into a large pot or skillet with sides. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes and set aside.2. Set the pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, the paprika, and a pinch each of red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown, 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup parmesan, cook another minute, then remove the chicken from the pot. 3. To the same pot, add the butter, shallot, garlic, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add 3 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, add the pasta, and cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente, 8 minutes. Stir in the cream, mustard, parmesan, spinach, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Slide the chicken and any juices left on the plate.4. Serve the pasta topped with lemon juice and fresh parmesan.
Notes
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
Hi. Can I use sundried tomato puree?
Hey Marie,
Sure, I don’t see why not! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it!
Hi! Is there anything that could be used as a non-dairy substitute for the heavy cream?
Hey Lauren,
You could use coconut cream in place of the heavy cream. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
Hi! What pot did you use? Thank you
Hi Heather,
I used a 7 quart dutch oven pot for this recipe.
Please let me know if you have any other questions!
Thank you! My rigatoni didn’t cook in the time allotted in the recipe so was trying to figure out what I did wrong
Thank you! I used a pan so that’s probably why my pasta did not cook in the allotted time.
Absolutely delicious and I didn’t even have the shallot! We loved it!
Hey Cindy,
Happy Friday!! Thrilled to hear this recipe was a hit, thanks a bunch for making it and your comment!
recipe so delish would recommend
Hey there,
I’m grateful you tried this recipe and took the time to comment. Delighted it turned out!
This recipe is delicious! I used a black truffle parmesan.
Hey Roxie,
Happy Friday! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and your comment. So glad to hear it was a hit!
Fantastic the first time made, as written. Would substituting asparagus for the spinach work or would it be too strong?
Hey Tricia,
Wonderful! I appreciate you making this recipe and taking the time to comment, so glad it was enjoyed!
Sure, I think asparagus would also work nicely for you.
Have a great weekend!
Delicious! Will be on repeat at our house. Even company worthy.
Hey Michelle,
Thanks for making this recipe. Love that it turned out well for you—thanks so much for sharing back!
this was a winner! Absolutely amazing!
Hey Jennifer,
Happy Sunday! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and your comment, so glad it turned out well for you!
After making this for the 15th time I decided I should comment about how good it is! I make this weekly!! It’s so good, family favorite!!
Hey Tegan,
Amazing! Love to hear this recipe is always a hit, I appreciate you making it so often and your comment!
I make this recipe quite often. I love how it’s all in one pot. It’s so yummy. It reheats well and it freezes as well!!!
Love to hear this Francine! Thanks for making this recipe so often, so glad it is always enjoyed!
This has been a fan favorite with my roommates – the only recipe I’ve made where they come back for thirds and fourths! And the minimal cleanup makes it even better :]
Hey Sam,
Fantastic!! I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, love to hear it was enjoyed!
Is there a Dairy Free replacement for the heavy cream?
Hi Allison,
Coconut cream would also work nicely for you. I hope you love this dish, please let me know if you have any other questions!
I use Country Crock Dairy Free Heavy Cream
Made it exactly as shown and it was delicious!
Hey Cindy,
Awesome! Glad to hear this recipe turned out nicely for you, thanks for making it!
Have a great week!
Will this recipe double well?
Hey Pam,
I would do 2 batches for best results:) Please let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love this recipe!
So good! Love the large amount of spice herbs used in this recipe. I cooked mine with gnocchi. My family was impressed! 10/10
Hey Yulia,
Awesome!! Thanks a lot for making this recipe and your notes, so glad it was enjoyed!
Have a great Sunday!☃️