Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A quick and easy 15-minute homemade dinner featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for weeknights or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), pounded to even thickness
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed preferred)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ¾ cup heavy cream (180 ml)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to about ½ inch (1.3 cm) thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in ¾ cup heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add fresh spinach. Stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens and becomes velvety smooth. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen.
- Taste sauce and add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it. Let meld together for 1-2 minutes over low heat.
- Serve chicken topped with creamy sauce. Pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for extra richness or rehydrate dry-packed tomatoes in warm water for 10 minutes. Avoid burning garlic by keeping heat moderate. Stir sauce gently to prevent separation. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Chicken thighs can be used but require longer cooking time (6-7 minutes per side).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
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