Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
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8 oz. whole wheat pasta
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1 medium shallot
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1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
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2 Tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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½ cup chicken broth
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½ cup milk
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2 tsp dijon mustard
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Salt and pepper
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2 tsp minced garlic
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1 Tbsp flour
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
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1 + ½ cup spinach
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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Crushed red pepper
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Cook the pasta according to the directions. Drain and set it aside.
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While the pasta is cooking, chop the shallot into small pieces and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Cook the chicken in 1 tablespoon of oil and paprika for about 10 minutes and set it aside.
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Mix the chicken broth, milk, dijon, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
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Cook the shallot and garlic in the remaining oil for about 3-5 minutes over medium-high heat. Add the flour and whisk for about 1 minute. Pour in the creamy pasta sauce and whisk. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce begins to slightly thicken and reduce. Add the sun-dried tomatoes.
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Remove the mixture from the heat and add in the spinach and parmesan cheese. Add the cooked chicken and pasta back into the pan.
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Mix until everything is evenly warmed and top with crushed red pepper.