Description
There’s something magical about a cozy bowl of pasta at the end of a long day. I still remember the first time I whipped up this One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta during one of those chaotic weeknights. The aroma of garlic sizzling in sun-dried tomato oil filled my kitchen, instantly transforming my stress into pure bliss. With every stir, I felt the weight of the world begin to lift off my shoulders, reminding me that a comforting meal is just minutes away.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., Gnocchetti Sardi, Orzo)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 onion
- 8 ounces baby Bella mushrooms
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/4 cup basil
- 1 pound chicken (optional)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the same pot, add chopped onion and sliced baby Bella mushrooms. Cook until softened and lightly browned, around 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant, filling your kitchen with wonderful aromas.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in vegetable broth, pasta, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring frequently, until pasta is almost al dente, about 7-9 minutes.
- Stir in Greens: Add spinach, fresh basil, heavy cream, and the cooked chicken (if using). Mix until the spinach wilts and the pasta is fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes more.
- Serve and Enjoy: Immediately serve the pasta in bowls, generously garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Perfect Pasta Cook Time: Do not overcook the pasta; it will continue cooking in the sauce. Aim for al dente for the best texture.
- Adjust Sauce Consistency: If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth to achieve the desired creaminess and flavor.
- Flavor Boost: Use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes for sautéing chicken and veggies; it adds an incredible depth of flavor.
- Mix and Match: Don’t be afraid to swap out ingredients; this one-pot creamy sun-dried tomato pasta welcomes your favorite veggies and proteins!
- Cheese It Up: Generously top your pasta with freshly grated Parmesan to enhance flavor; it makes all the difference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg