Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish that transports you to Italy with every bite. This comforting recipe combines tender chicken breasts with sun-dried tomatoes and a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight family dinners to special gatherings. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking just about 30 minutes—but it also requires minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pan cooking method. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce, making this dish a favorite among all who try it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer before adding spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it and cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg