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One-Pan Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta (Easy 30-Minute Meal)

This One-Pan Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta is the ultimate 30-minute meal. Tender chicken and pasta are cooked in a luscious, velvety tomato cream sauce for a delicious weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup. A family favorite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Butter unsalted
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth low sodium
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or other short pasta
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, plus more for serving
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach packed
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven A 12-inch skillet is ideal.
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, pressing down on them gently with a spoon to help them burst and release their juices.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the dry pasta, ensuring it's mostly submerged. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  5. Uncover the skillet and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and cooked chicken. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalProtein: 40gFat: 30gFiber: 5g

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
Pasta Choice: Use any short pasta you like, but note that cooking times may vary slightly. Check the package directions as a guide.
Keyword creamy chicken pasta,one pan pasta,tomato cream sauce,weeknight dinner

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