Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomato jar
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 6 cups chicken bone broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 8 oz dried orecchiette pasta
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, stems removed
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

Instructions:

  1. Heat the sun dried tomato oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Note: This step removes the sharp raw onion bite and prepares the oil for the aromatics.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped sun dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 60 seconds until the garlic is golden and the oil turns a vibrant mahogany color. Note: This blooming process is vital for unlocking the oil soluble flavors of the herbs.
  3. Pour in the 6 cups of chicken bone broth and bring the mixture to a gentle, rolling boil. Add the 1 lb of chicken pieces and the 8 oz of dried orecchiette pasta all at once.
  4. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 8–10 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the chicken is opaque throughout. Note: Do not overcook here; the pasta will continue to soften slightly in the residual heat.
  5. Turn the heat to low to prevent the dairy from breaking. Stir in the 1 cup of heavy cream slowly to temper it into the hot liquid.
  6. Gradually sprinkle in the 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese has completely vanished into a silky, cohesive broth.
  7. Fold in the 2 cups of baby spinach and 1/4 cup of sliced basil. Stir for about 30 seconds until the greens are wilted and bright emerald.
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