Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish that envelops your senses with rich flavors and aromas. Succulent chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made from garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, creating a comforting meal that transports you straight to Italy. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe can be ready in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with pasta or rice. Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in each creamy bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince the garlic and slice the sun-dried tomatoes.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add garlic and tomatoes: Remove chicken from skillet and sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream while scraping up bits from the pan. Stir in spinach until wilted, then add Italian seasoning. Simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Combine chicken with sauce: Return chicken to skillet, letting it simmer in the sauce for about 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Savor your creation: Top with grated Parmesan before serving, pairing it with pasta or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg