Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A rich and flavorful creamy Tuscan chicken recipe featuring garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a quick, indulgent dinner that feels like a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary blend)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When butter foams, add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
- Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and simmer together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and heat through. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear. Keep sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent curdling. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for dairy-free. Serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 45
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