Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A quick and delicious creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Dairy, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium and add garlic to the same skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream, add Parmesan, and stir continuously until well combined. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it, and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor.
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