Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a rich and flavorful skillet dinner made with tender seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter, garlic, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the chicken and simmer for another 2–3 minutes to reheat. Serve warm with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
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Notes
- Sear the chicken well: Let it cook undisturbed for a few minutes per side to develop a golden crust and seal in juices.
- Deglaze the pan: After removing the chicken, scrape up the browned bits, they add extra flavor to the sauce.
- Simmer gently: Don’t boil the cream; low, gentle heat keeps the sauce silky and prevents curdling.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan: It melts better and thickens the sauce more evenly than pre-grated cheese.
- Adjust thickness: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or pasta water to thin it.
- Serving idea: Spoon the sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, or serve with roasted vegetables for a low-carb meal.
- Meal prep tip: The sauce thickens as it sits, so add a bit of cream or broth when reheating.
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