Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pasta

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This creamy sun-dried tomato and basil pasta includes chicken, but is equally delicious without it. The fragrant sun-dried tomato sauce comes together while the pasta cooks.

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Yolanda Gutierrez
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Yolanda Gutierrez
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Updated on September 11, 2024
closeup of fettuccine with chicken, basil, and sun-dried tomatoes in creamy sauce
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 8 ounces fettuccine

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into strips

  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided

  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup drained sun dried tomatoes

  • 2 large cloves garlic, pressed

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil, divided

  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and keep warm.

  2. Meanwhile, season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. 

  3. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add chicken to skillet, cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute. Add cream, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons basil. Cook on low, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted.

  4. Stir red pepper flakes and fettuccine into sauce. Season with remaining salt and pepper. Top with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

664 Calories
42g Fat
23g Carbs
48g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 664
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42g 53%
Saturated Fat 21g 103%
Cholesterol 191mg 64%
Sodium 939mg 41%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 48g 97%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 268mg 21%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 556mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.