Creamy Chicken and Sundried Tomato Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Sundried Tomato Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    9

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this creamy pasta, where succulent chicken meets the vibrant tang of sun-dried tomatoes, all embraced by a luscious, dairy-free sauce. A comforting yet sophisticated dish perfect for a weeknight indulgence.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    115 g
  • Cholesterol
    139 mg
  • Fiber
    18 g
  • Protein
    70 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    1400 mg
  • Sugar
    33 g
  • Fat
    26 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (approximately 9-12 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

02

Step

While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. Heat olive oil (or butter) in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).

03

Step

Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

04

Step

Gradually whisk in almond milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).

05

Step

Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth (about 1-2 minutes). If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.

06

Step

Add the cooked chicken, sun-dried tomatoes (and a tablespoon of the reserved oil, if desired), and half of the fresh basil to the sauce. Toss to combine.

07

Step

Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. Add more pasta water if needed.

08

Step

Serve immediately, garnished with remaining fresh basil, extra Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, and red pepper flakes (if desired).

For a richer flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and reserve a tablespoon of the oil to add to the sauce.
If you don't have fresh basil, 1 teaspoon of dried basil can be substituted.
Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
To make this dish vegan, substitute the chicken with chickpeas or white beans and use a plant-based Parmesan cheese alternative.

Myrtle Steuber

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Sabrina Altenwerth

    I was skeptical about using almond milk, but it turned out great! My family loved it.

  • Cheyenne Tremblay

    Easy to follow and delicious. I added some spinach for extra nutrients.

  • Wallace Durgan

    This recipe is amazing! The almond milk makes the sauce so creamy, and the sun-dried tomatoes add a burst of flavor.

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