Tuscan Blend Recipe
Make Tuscan Blend Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Proteins
Herbs and Spices
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and slice the zucchini and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Season the grilled chicken breast with salt and pepper. If not pre-cooked, grill or pan-sear until fully cooked, then slice into strips.
Cooking
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add zucchini and red bell pepper, cooking until slightly tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften, about 2-3 minutes.
Final Assembly
- 6
Combine the Ingredients
Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- 7
Serve and Garnish
Plate the pasta blend and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil. Serve hot.