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Hearty Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Loaded with sautéed chicken breasts and crispy bacon, this hearty spaghetti recipe will please even the pickiest eaters. Feel free to use either spaghetti or angel hair (as in the video).
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- Yields:
- 4 serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 20 mins
- Cook Time:
- 25 mins
- Total Time:
- 45 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 875
Ingredients
- 12 oz.
spaghetti or angel hair
- 1 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
- 3
boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 6
slices bacon
- 2
cloves garlic
- 2 c.
diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 3 c.
baby spinach
- 1/2 c.
heavy cream
- 1/3 c.
freshly grated Parmesan
Freshly torn basil, for garnish
- Nutrition Information
- Per Serving (Serves 4)
- Calories875 Fat40 gSaturated fat16 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol181 mgSodium1037 mgCarbohydrates66 gFiber6 gSugar7 gProtein55 gVitamin D0 mcgCalcium249 mgIron3 mgPotassium1078 mg
- Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.Powered by
Directions
- Step 1In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
- Step 2Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden and no longer pink inside, about 8 minutes per side. Let rest 10 minutes, then thinly slice.
- Step 3Meanwhile, in same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy, 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel–lined plate, then chop. Pour off half of fat from skillet.
- Step 4Add garlic, tomatoes, and spinach to skillet and cook over medium heat until fragrant and slightly wilted, 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add heavy cream, Parmesan, and 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Step 5Add cooked pasta and toss until fully coated, then add chicken and bacon and toss until combined. (For a looser sauce, stir in more reserved pasta water.)
- Step 6Garnish with basil before serving.
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