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Nothing is cozier than winding down with a steaming bowl of pasta. If you couldn't already tell that I'm obsessed with
creamy, one pan pasta recipes
, like my
vegan red pepper pasta
or my
sausage pasta bake
... hopefully you've gotten the hint.
This creamy tomato chicken pasta recipe has been my recent go-to because of how simple, yet delicious it is. Everything is made in one pan, so you canĀ feel freeĀ to relax and enjoy your evening instead of spending it scrubbing dishes.
With beautiful, juicy tomatoes and a generous topping of freshly grated Parmesan, there is so much to love with this pasta. TheĀ creamy tomato sauceĀ ties everything together perfectly. It's rich, silky, and full of flavor. It's actually quite balanced, too- we've got lots of protein from our boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and some spinach thrown in for color. This is a recipe that will definitely be a winner for Valentine's Day dinner.
Creamy Chicken And Tomato Pasta Recipe
Ingredients
Penne pasta
Chicken breast
Salt and pepper
Flour
Butter
Garlic
Cherry tomatoes
Italian seasoning
Heavy cream
Chicken broth
Tomato sauce
Spinach
Parmesan
Fresh basil
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions.Ā
While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flourĀ
In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in color. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.Ā
To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes).
Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.Ā
Once simmering, add in spinach and Parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach).
Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
Substitutions and Variations
Make it gluten-free:
Use gluten-free pasta of choice. Then you can customize it to your requirements.
Make it dairy-free:
Use dairy free butter and cream (Becel has amazing options for both) and nutritional yeast instead of the Parmesan cheese!
Make it vegetarian:
Leave out the chicken and just make a creamy tomato pasta!
Missing an ingredient? Try these:
Butter:
Can be subbed with olive oil
Pasta:
Use any pasta you have on hand- this would also be great with oil (or even chickpea or lentil pasta for additional protein)Ā
Tomato sauce
: Not a substitute, but look for a lower sugar and salt option- my favorite is the Victoria one from Costco!
Spinach:
Curly green kale leaves is a great substitution! Try mixing in steamed broccoli for additional vegetables if desired!
Equipment
Cutting board
Saucepan
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Top Tip
Make sure you are using a large enough pan- once everything is added together, it will get very full!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a healthy pasta?
I am a firm believer that all foods can fit in a healthy lifestyle! This pasta is slightly more heavy than some of the other recipes on my blog but that doesn't mean it isn't healthy! It's full of protein, has some fresh vegetables added and pasta is a great source of carbohydrates (you can even use whole wheat pasta for additional fiber).
What can I serve this with?
If you're looking for a great side dish to increase the vegetable content I recommend my
kale salad
!
More Favourite Pasta Recipes
Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta Sauce (without nuts)
One Pan Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese
10 Minute Easy Tofu Alfredo
PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make this creamy chicken and tomato pasta, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me onĀ
Instagram- @nourishedbynic
Ā or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it!
š Recipe
Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta (ONE Pan)
Made in one pan in only 30 minutes! This creamy chicken and tomato pasta is the comforting, satisfying and balanced meal you need this winter.
Prep Time
5
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
Total Time
35
minutes
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American, Italian
Keyword:
Pasta
Servings:
5
people
2
cups
dry penne pasta
cooked according to package instructions
1
lb
chicken breasts
boneless, skinless
½
teaspoon
salt
¼
teaspoon
black pepper
2
tablespoon
flour
4
tablespoon
butter
divided
4
cloves
garlic
pressed
1
cup
cherry tomatoes
1.5
tablespoon
italian seasoning blend
1.5
cups
cooking cream
½
cup
chicken broth
½
cup
tomato sauce
3
cups
spinach
or about 3 large handfuls
¼
cup
Parmesan cheese
shredded (plus additional for serving)
Fresh basil
for serving
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flour
In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in colour. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes). Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, add in spinach and parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach). Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
*I have included the nutrition information for this recipe below. However, always remember a recipe is so much more than just nutritional content and these numbers do not need to dictate your food choices. Please don't forget both your body and soul need nourishment!
Serving:
1.5
cups
|
Calories:
571
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
28
g
|
Protein:
28
g
|
Fat:
39
g
|
Saturated Fat:
24
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
2
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
10
g
|
Trans Fat:
0.4
g
|
Cholesterol:
167
mg
|
Sodium:
732
mg
|
Potassium:
740
mg
|
Fiber:
3
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
3362
IU
|
Vitamin C:
16
mg
|
Calcium:
173
mg
|
Iron:
2
mg
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# Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta (ONE Pan)
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Made in one pan in only 30 minutes! This creamy chicken and tomato pasta is the comforting, satisfying and balanced meal you need this winter.

Nothing is cozier than winding down with a steaming bowl of pasta. If you couldn't already tell that I'm obsessed with [creamy, one pan pasta recipes](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-pasta/), like my [vegan red pepper pasta](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-vegan-red-pepper-pasta-sauce/) or my [sausage pasta bake](https://nourishedbynic.com/comforting-sausage-spinach-pasta-bake/)... hopefully you've gotten the hint.
## Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta (ONE Pan)
This creamy tomato chicken pasta recipe has been my recent go-to because of how simple, yet delicious it is. Everything is made in one pan, so you can feel free to relax and enjoy your evening instead of spending it scrubbing dishes.
With beautiful, juicy tomatoes and a generous topping of freshly grated Parmesan, there is so much to love with this pasta. The creamy tomato sauce ties everything together perfectly. It's rich, silky, and full of flavor. It's actually quite balanced, too- we've got lots of protein from our boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and some spinach thrown in for color. This is a recipe that will definitely be a winner for Valentine's Day dinner.
### Creamy Chicken And Tomato Pasta Recipe
#### Ingredients


- Penne pasta
- Chicken breast
- Salt and pepper
- Flour
- Butter
- Garlic
- Cherry tomatoes
- Italian seasoning
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Tomato sauce
- Spinach
- Parmesan
- Fresh basil
#### Instructions


Cook pasta according to package instructions.
While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flour
In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in color. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.


To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes).


Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, add in spinach and Parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach).


Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
### Substitutions and Variations
**Make it gluten-free:** Use gluten-free pasta of choice. Then you can customize it to your requirements.
**Make it dairy-free:** Use dairy free butter and cream (Becel has amazing options for both) and nutritional yeast instead of the Parmesan cheese\!
**Make it vegetarian:** Leave out the chicken and just make a creamy tomato pasta\!
Missing an ingredient? Try these:
- **Butter:** Can be subbed with olive oil
- **Pasta:** Use any pasta you have on hand- this would also be great with oil (or even chickpea or lentil pasta for additional protein)
- **Tomato sauce**: Not a substitute, but look for a lower sugar and salt option- my favorite is the Victoria one from Costco\!
- **Spinach:** Curly green kale leaves is a great substitution! Try mixing in steamed broccoli for additional vegetables if desired\!
### Equipment
- [Cutting board](https://amzn.to/3QGjvwx)
- [Saucepan](https://www.amazon.ca/CHEF-Multipurpose-Restaurant-Heat-Proof-Dishwasher/dp/B07QJW838V?crid=84873MVH9WNF&keywords=sauce%2Bpan&qid=1673884111&s=kitchen&sprefix=sauce%2Bpa,kitchen,168&sr=1-4&th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=nourishedbyni-20&linkId=405534f230e0ae3ce2e5d3296f87cb32&language=en_CA&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)
### Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
### Top Tip
Make sure you are using a large enough pan- once everything is added together, it will get very full\!
### Frequently Asked Questions
****Is this a healthy pasta?****
I am a firm believer that all foods can fit in a healthy lifestyle! This pasta is slightly more heavy than some of the other recipes on my blog but that doesn't mean it isn't healthy! It's full of protein, has some fresh vegetables added and pasta is a great source of carbohydrates (you can even use whole wheat pasta for additional fiber).
****What can I serve this with?****
If you're looking for a great side dish to increase the vegetable content I recommend my [kale salad](https://nourishedbynic.com/the-best-tahini-kale-salad/)\!


### More Favourite Pasta Recipes
- [Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta Sauce (without nuts)](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-vegan-red-pepper-pasta-sauce/)
- [One Pan Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-pasta/)
- [Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese](https://nourishedbynic.com/hidden-veggie-mac-and-cheese/)
- [10 Minute Easy Tofu Alfredo](https://nourishedbynic.com/tofu-alfredo/)
**PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make this creamy chicken and tomato pasta, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on [Instagram- @nourishedbynic](https://www.instagram.com/nourishedbynic/) or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it\!**
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## Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta (ONE Pan)
Made in one pan in only 30 minutes! This creamy chicken and tomato pasta is the comforting, satisfying and balanced meal you need this winter.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Pasta
Servings: 5 people
### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x
- 2 cups dry penne pasta cooked according to package instructions
- 1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon flour
- 4 tablespoon butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic pressed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1\.5 tablespoon italian seasoning blend
- 1\.5 cups cooking cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 3 cups spinach or about 3 large handfuls
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese shredded (plus additional for serving)
- Fresh basil for serving
### Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flour
- In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in colour. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes). Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.
- Once simmering, add in spinach and parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach). Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
### Notes
\*I have included the nutrition information for this recipe below. However, always remember a recipe is so much more than just nutritional content and these numbers do not need to dictate your food choices. Please don't forget both your body and soul need nourishment\!
### Nutrition
Serving: 1\.5cups \| Calories: 571kcal \| Carbohydrates: 28g \| Protein: 28g \| Fat: 39g \| Saturated Fat: 24g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 10g \| Trans Fat: 0\.4g \| Cholesterol: 167mg \| Sodium: 732mg \| Potassium: 740mg \| Fiber: 3g \| Sugar: 5g \| Vitamin A: 3362IU \| Vitamin C: 16mg \| Calcium: 173mg \| Iron: 2mg
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March 11, 2026 at 6:13 pm
Why are you measuring in Cups? Can you provide a actual size
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March 12, 2026 at 1:37 pm
Hi Mark not sure what you mean! I am Canadian and our standard unit of measure is cups for recipes\!
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| Readable Markdown | Made in one pan in only 30 minutes! This creamy chicken and tomato pasta is the comforting, satisfying and balanced meal you need this winter.

Nothing is cozier than winding down with a steaming bowl of pasta. If you couldn't already tell that I'm obsessed with [creamy, one pan pasta recipes](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-pasta/), like my [vegan red pepper pasta](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-vegan-red-pepper-pasta-sauce/) or my [sausage pasta bake](https://nourishedbynic.com/comforting-sausage-spinach-pasta-bake/)... hopefully you've gotten the hint.
This creamy tomato chicken pasta recipe has been my recent go-to because of how simple, yet delicious it is. Everything is made in one pan, so you can feel free to relax and enjoy your evening instead of spending it scrubbing dishes.
With beautiful, juicy tomatoes and a generous topping of freshly grated Parmesan, there is so much to love with this pasta. The creamy tomato sauce ties everything together perfectly. It's rich, silky, and full of flavor. It's actually quite balanced, too- we've got lots of protein from our boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and some spinach thrown in for color. This is a recipe that will definitely be a winner for Valentine's Day dinner.
### Creamy Chicken And Tomato Pasta Recipe
#### Ingredients

- Penne pasta
- Chicken breast
- Salt and pepper
- Flour
- Butter
- Garlic
- Cherry tomatoes
- Italian seasoning
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Tomato sauce
- Spinach
- Parmesan
- Fresh basil
#### Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions.
While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flour
In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in color. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.

To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes).

Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, add in spinach and Parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach).

Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
### Substitutions and Variations
**Make it gluten-free:** Use gluten-free pasta of choice. Then you can customize it to your requirements.
**Make it dairy-free:** Use dairy free butter and cream (Becel has amazing options for both) and nutritional yeast instead of the Parmesan cheese\!
**Make it vegetarian:** Leave out the chicken and just make a creamy tomato pasta\!
Missing an ingredient? Try these:
- **Butter:** Can be subbed with olive oil
- **Pasta:** Use any pasta you have on hand- this would also be great with oil (or even chickpea or lentil pasta for additional protein)
- **Tomato sauce**: Not a substitute, but look for a lower sugar and salt option- my favorite is the Victoria one from Costco\!
- **Spinach:** Curly green kale leaves is a great substitution! Try mixing in steamed broccoli for additional vegetables if desired\!
### Equipment
- [Cutting board](https://amzn.to/3QGjvwx)
- [Saucepan](https://www.amazon.ca/CHEF-Multipurpose-Restaurant-Heat-Proof-Dishwasher/dp/B07QJW838V?crid=84873MVH9WNF&keywords=sauce%2Bpan&qid=1673884111&s=kitchen&sprefix=sauce%2Bpa,kitchen,168&sr=1-4&th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=nourishedbyni-20&linkId=405534f230e0ae3ce2e5d3296f87cb32&language=en_CA&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)
### Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
### Top Tip
Make sure you are using a large enough pan- once everything is added together, it will get very full\!
### Frequently Asked Questions
****Is this a healthy pasta?****
I am a firm believer that all foods can fit in a healthy lifestyle! This pasta is slightly more heavy than some of the other recipes on my blog but that doesn't mean it isn't healthy! It's full of protein, has some fresh vegetables added and pasta is a great source of carbohydrates (you can even use whole wheat pasta for additional fiber).
****What can I serve this with?****
If you're looking for a great side dish to increase the vegetable content I recommend my [kale salad](https://nourishedbynic.com/the-best-tahini-kale-salad/)\!

### More Favourite Pasta Recipes
- [Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta Sauce (without nuts)](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-vegan-red-pepper-pasta-sauce/)
- [One Pan Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta](https://nourishedbynic.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-pasta/)
- [Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese](https://nourishedbynic.com/hidden-veggie-mac-and-cheese/)
- [10 Minute Easy Tofu Alfredo](https://nourishedbynic.com/tofu-alfredo/)
**PS. I love seeing my recipes in action! If you decide to make this creamy chicken and tomato pasta, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on [Instagram- @nourishedbynic](https://www.instagram.com/nourishedbynic/) or leave a comment and rating below letting me know how you liked it\!**
## š Recipe
## Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta (ONE Pan)
Made in one pan in only 30 minutes! This creamy chicken and tomato pasta is the comforting, satisfying and balanced meal you need this winter.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Pasta
Servings: 5 people
- 2 cups dry penne pasta cooked according to package instructions
- 1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon flour
- 4 tablespoon butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic pressed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1\.5 tablespoon italian seasoning blend
- 1\.5 cups cooking cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 3 cups spinach or about 3 large handfuls
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese shredded (plus additional for serving)
- Fresh basil for serving
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, slice chicken breasts into 3 inch cubes, add them to a large mixing bowl and season with salt, black pepper and flour
- In a hot pan, add half of the butter. Once butter is melted, add chicken breast and cook for about 7 minutes until the insides are no longer pink in colour. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- To the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes), add in cherry tomatoes and spices and cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 3-4 minutes). Pour in cream, chicken broth and tomato sauce, and bring to a simmer.
- Once simmering, add in spinach and parmesan cheese and stir (this may need to be done in batches to allow room for all of the spinach). Once spinach is wilted, add the cooked chicken and pasta, stir and serve with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
\*I have included the nutrition information for this recipe below. However, always remember a recipe is so much more than just nutritional content and these numbers do not need to dictate your food choices. Please don't forget both your body and soul need nourishment\!
Serving: 1\.5cups \| Calories: 571kcal \| Carbohydrates: 28g \| Protein: 28g \| Fat: 39g \| Saturated Fat: 24g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 10g \| Trans Fat: 0\.4g \| Cholesterol: 167mg \| Sodium: 732mg \| Potassium: 740mg \| Fiber: 3g \| Sugar: 5g \| Vitamin A: 3362IU \| Vitamin C: 16mg \| Calcium: 173mg \| Iron: 2mg
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