Can I make this dish dairy-free?

Yes! Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a creamy garlic chicken that’s dairy-free.

Is it possible to prepare this dish ahead of time?

Absolutely! Cook the chicken and sauce separately. Combine and reheat gently when ready to serve for an easy chicken dinner.

Can I freeze Creamy Tuscan Chicken?

Yes, you can! Store it in an airtight container for up to three months. Thaw overnight before reheating to maintain texture.

What can I use instead of heavy cream?

Half-and-half or a mixture of milk and cornstarch work great. These alternatives keep the chicken with creamy garlic sauce luscious.

Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried tomatoes?

Fresh tomatoes can work, but sun-dried tomatoes add a more intense flavor to this Italian-inspired chicken.

What is the best way to thicken the sauce?

A cornstarch slurry or additional grated Parmesan can thicken your chicken with creamy Parmesan sauce beautifully.

How do I make this dish gluten-free?

Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for the sauce. Pair with gluten-free pasta or rice for a complete meal.

Can I make this dish in a slow cooker?

Yes! Sear the chicken first, then cook everything in the slow cooker on low for 4–6 hours for a tender result.

Caramelized Onion Pasta I Love for Cozy Nights

Name: Caramelized Onion Pasta I Love for Cozy Nights
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 large onion; thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves; 2 tbsp of chili oil; 10 shrimps; ½ cup of heavy cream; ½ cup of parmesan cheese; grated; ¼ cup of parsley; finely chopped; 200g of pasta; 1 tsp of salt - to taste

Caramelised Onion Pasta

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Savor the sweet allure of caramelised onions twirled in rich, creamy pasta.

Author: Genio Ng
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 2 1x
Category: Pasta
Method: Easy
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tbsp of chili oil
10 shrimps
1/2 cup of heavy cream
1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup of parsley, finely chopped
200g of pasta
1 tsp of salt - to taste

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Instructions

Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and melt the butter in a pan.
Add the thinly sliced onions and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir every minute until it is caramelized. Set aside.
Cook the pasta in hot boiling water until al dente for 10 minutes. Set 1 cup of pasta water on the side.
In the same pan, add the chili oil, garlic and shrimp. Cook until the shrimp is 90% cooked.
Then, add heavy creamy followed by caramelized onions and stir to combine.
Add the pasta along with parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup of pasta water ( adjust the consistency of the sauce to your liking). Stir to combine.
Next, add chopped parsley and give it a final mix.
Serve in a bowl, grate more parmesan cheese, garnish with chives and more chili oil. Enjoy!

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