Description
Creamy Tuscan chicken is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic Italian herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, impressing family and guests alike with its exquisite taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
- Create the Sauce: Remove chicken from the skillet. Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in Cream: Add heavy cream to the skillet, scraping up bits from the bottom. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix in Cheese: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine Everything: Return chicken to the skillet, coating with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs such as basil or parsley. Swap spinach for kale or add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on stovetop.