Description
Hello, pasta lovers! Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor? Today, we’re diving into the world of Tuscan Chicken Ravioli. This comforting meal combines tender seasoned chicken, cheese-filled ravioli, and a luxurious tomato-based sauce. Perfect for dinner, it’s a recipe that’s bound to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Ravioli and Sauce
- 20 ounces fresh cheese-filled ravioli, cooked as per package instructions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¼ cup finely diced shallots
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (softened and chopped)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Garnishes: extra parmesan cheese and chopped parsley
Instructions
Step1: Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 7-8 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F internally.
- Set the chicken aside, tenting it to keep warm.
Step2: Cook the Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add shallots and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Add tomato paste, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Slowly incorporate heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine.
- Add spinach, parmesan cheese, and cherry tomatoes. Simmer until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts.
Step3: Combine and Serve
- Add cooked ravioli to the sauce and heat through.
- Slice the chicken into strips and place on top of the ravioli.
- Garnish with parmesan cheese and parsley. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Ingredient Swaps: Use frozen ravioli or opt for mushroom or spinach-filled varieties for a twist.
- Cooking Precision: Ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked for optimal flavor and safety.