Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a rich, flavorful chicken dish inspired by Italian cuisine 🍗🌿🍅. It features pan-seared chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably oil-packed)
(Optional: fresh basil for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Make the sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Add veggies:
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Combine:
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer 2–3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Tips
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before cream.
- The dish pairs perfectly with crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
If you want, I can also give a shortcut 20–minute version that’s just as creamy and flavorful.
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