🍝 Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta

This creamy Tuscan chicken pasta combines tender chicken, garlic, spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a lighter cream sauce. The dish is inspired by classic Tuscan flavors often seen in dishes like Tuscan Chicken, but adapted to be lighter and more WW-friendly.

The result is a comforting pasta that tastes indulgent but can fit into your weekly points plan.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless Chicken breast, diced

• 8 oz whole-wheat Pasta

• 1 cup fresh Spinach

• ½ cup chopped Sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)

• 3 cloves Garlic, minced

• 1 cup light Heavy cream or half-and-half

• ½ cup grated **Parmesan cheese>

• 1 tsp Olive oil

• ½ cup **Chicken broth>

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

Cook the whole-wheat pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked.

3️⃣ Add Garlic and Tomatoes

Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4️⃣ Make the Sauce

Add chicken broth and light cream, stirring well.
Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.

5️⃣ Add Spinach and Cheese

Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese. Cook until spinach wilts and sauce becomes creamy.

6️⃣ Combine with Pasta

Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.

7️⃣ Serve

Garnish with extra Parmesan or cracked black pepper.

⭐ Weight Watchers Points (Approx.)

Per serving (4 servings total):

• 6–8 WW points depending on the pasta and dairy used.

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I reduce the WW points further?

Yes. Use fat-free half-and-half, reduce the cheese slightly, and choose high-fiber pasta.

Q2: Can I substitute shrimp like in the photo?

Yes! Replace chicken with Shrimp for a delicious seafood variation.

Q3: Can this recipe be made dairy-free?

You can swap the cream for unsweetened almond milk and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

Q4: How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Q5: What side dishes go well with it?

It pairs well with Garlic bread or a fresh Caesar salad.

✅ Tip: Add mushrooms or roasted red peppers to boost flavor without adding many points.