creamy Tuscan chicken (Print-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound cooked chicken, pulled apart

→ Veggies and Herbs

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
03 - 4 minced garlic cloves
04 - 3 to 4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

→ Broth and Sauces

06 - 4 cups chicken broth
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 3 ounces tomato paste

→ Pasta

09 - 2 cups dry rotini

→ Spices

10 - 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
11 - Salt and fresh black pepper, to your liking

→ Topping

12 - Grated Parmesan cheese

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Pull apart chicken, chop sun-dried tomatoes, dice onion, mince garlic, and chop basil so everything's set to go.
02 - Heat a big pot over medium. Softly cook the onion and garlic until they turn a little brown. Toss in sun-dried tomatoes and basil and give it a good stir.
03 - Add the tomato paste and stir for about a minute with the other stuff. Then put in the shredded chicken and pour the chicken broth in.
04 - Bring to a bubble, then lower the heat so it simmers. Add salt, pepper, and Italian herbs for flavor.
05 - Put the dry rotini into the simmering broth. Cook it for about 10 to 12 minutes or until soft, following what the package says.
06 - Turn off the heat and mix in the heavy cream. Taste it and add more salt or pepper if you want.
07 - Spoon the soup into bowls and sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top before you dig in.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Freshly shredded Parmesan tastes best. Cooking times for pasta might change depending on the brand and how soft you like it.