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Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta Recipe

Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta Recipe is made with sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, penne pasta, and chicken breasts.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Original yield
Serves 6
Ingredients
12 listed

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Main courseAmericanItalianChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less
Recipe categories & planning details
Meal type
Main course
Primary protein
Chicken
Cuisine
American · Italian
Preparation & total time
Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

2. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

3. Prepare the finishing addition

Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.

Get to know the ingredients

penne pasta (cooked and drained according to package instructions)

In the method: Stir in chicken and cooked penne noodles.

medium boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)

In the method: Season chicken with salt and pepper.

minced garlic

In the method: Once melted stir in garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

Let’s make it

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Ingredients

Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.

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  • Ingredient noteSource: 12 ounces penne pasta (cooked and drained according to package instructions)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • Ingredient noteSource seasoning: salt and pepper to taste
  • Ingredient noteSource seasoning: salt and pepper to taste
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 tablespoons butter
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 teaspoon Italian blend seasoning (or Herbs de Provence)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 3 ounces sun dried tomatoes packed in oil (drained and patted dry with a paper towel)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 cups chicken broth
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 ½ cups heavy cream or half and half (see note)
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

How to make it

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Make room for Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta Recipe

Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Top with additional parmesan, cracked black pepper, and fresh herbs if desired and serve.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Add chicken and cook, stirring as needed, for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 6. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Additional recipe notes

*Heavy cream will yield a richer and creamier sauce. If using half and half, reduce chicken broth to 1 cup.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: lecremedelacrumb.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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