This rich and cheesy pasta is your next cozy dinner win!
📝 Ingredients :
2 chicken breasts, diced
2 cups penne pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
🍽️ How to Make It :
1️⃣ Cook the Penne:
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside for that perfect base layer and easy pasta win.
2️⃣ Sear the Chicken:
In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper until golden brown—protein-packed perfection and flavor-loaded classic.
3️⃣ Sauté Garlic & Tomatoes:
Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Sauté until fragrant for a flavor explosion upgrade and cozy Tuscan twist.
4️⃣ Make the Cream Sauce:
Pour in cream, stir in parmesan and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thick and dreamy—this is your creamy comfort hero and cheese-lover’s dream.
5️⃣ Combine Everything:
Toss the pasta and chicken into the sauce. Coat evenly and let it simmer for a couple minutes for that ultimate comfort food feel and bold weeknight dinner favorite.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Serving: 2–3 people
Calories: ~750 per serving | Protein: ~42g per serving