Description
Creamy Asiago Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken, rich Asiago cheese, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes into a comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe offers an elegant taste experience in just 30-40 minutes. Serve it topped with sliced chicken and fresh herbs for a delightful culinary treat that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup jarred sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; chop sun-dried tomatoes and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce mixture. Stir in grated Asiago cheese until melted; adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Slice chicken and serve on top of the creamy pasta; garnish with extra cheese or herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg