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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with a creamy sauce. Originating from the Tuscan region, it showcases the use of fresh ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, which are staples in Italian cooking. This dish has gained popularity worldwide for its comforting flavors and ease of preparation, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tbsps vegan butter
8oz vegan chicken
1 tbsps Italian seasonings
1-2 tsps garlic salt
8oz sundried tomatoes in oil
2 tbsps minced garlic
8oz vegan cream cheese
2-3 cups non dairy milk
12-16oz of cooked pasta
1 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tsp garlic pepper
2-3 cups spinach
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
1/3-1/2 cup of shredded vegan Parmesan

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Heat a large deep pan to medium heat.

2

Add in your butter.

3

Once melted, add in your vegan chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes.

4

Add in your Italian seasonings and garlic salt; cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.

5

Add in your sun dried tomatoes and cook, stirring often for 3-5 minutes.

6

Add in your garlic and cook for 2 minutes.

7

Add in your vegan cream cheese, breaking it apart and mixing until melted.

8

Add in your non dairy milk, 1 cup at a time, and cook until heated.

9

Season with crushed red pepper and garlic pepper.

10

Add in your pasta and mix well.

11

Add in your spinach leaves and mix, slowly adding in pasta water.

12

Turn off heat and add in your vegan Parmesan; mix.

13

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large deep pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-free

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Tuscan Chicken PastaCreamy Chicken Pasta
Local Name: Pasta con Pollo Cremoso alla Toscana

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