Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken brings Mediterranean comfort straight to your dinner table with a rich blend of herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and tender chicken. Guaranteed to make your family smile, this one-pan wonder delivers restaurant-quality flavor without complicated cooking techniques.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Produce:
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet at 375°F (190°C). Salt and pepper 4 chicken breasts, then sear each side for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer chicken to a clean plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add 3 cups fresh spinach and 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach completely wilts and reduces in volume.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet. Sprinkle 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Stir continuously for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens and bubbles gently.
- Carefully nestle seared chicken breasts back into the creamy sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing chicken to reheat and absorb sauce flavors.
- Check sauce consistency and chicken temperature. If needed, add extra cream or adjust heat to ensure everything is perfectly heated and coated.
Notes
- Let the chicken rest after searing to help it stay juicy and tender, which locks in those delicious flavors.
- If you prefer a lighter version, swap heavy cream for half-and-half or whole milk and reduce the cooking time slightly.
- Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can add an extra layer of authentic Tuscan flavor to the sauce.
- For a gluten-free option, serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice instead of traditional pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 505 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg