Creamy Sun Dried Chicken Pasta (Printable Recipe)
Creamy pasta with tender chicken sun dried tomatoes and herbs ready in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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300 g penne or rigatoni pasta
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Salt for pasta water and seasoning
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves minced
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0.5 to 1 tsp chili flakes
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
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2 chicken breasts sliced about 400 to 450 g
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1 onion diced
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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180 g cherry tomatoes halved
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150 ml dry white wine
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50 g sun dried tomatoes sliced
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Pinch of sugar
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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150 ml heavy cream
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Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil salted water and cook the pasta until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Melt butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, chili flakes, oregano, and paprika. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add a drizzle of oil and sauté diced onion for about 2 minutes until soft. Stir in tomato paste, then add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 4 minutes.
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Pour in white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce alcohol. Stir in sun dried tomatoes, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar, and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes until creamy. Return the chicken to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Heat through.
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Plate the pasta, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
# Extra Tips:
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Slice chicken thinly for quick and even cooking.
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Use oil-packed sun dried tomatoes for best flavor and texture.
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Reserve pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
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Avoid overcrowding chicken in the pan to ensure browning.