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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

A restaurant-quality, creamy Tuscan chicken dish made in just one pan and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-friendly recipe features golden seared chicken in a rich Parmesan cream sauce with garlic, sun dried tomatoes, and spinach.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs about 4-6 pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil plus more if needed
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun Dried Tomatoes chopped, packed in oil (reserve oil)
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low sodium preferred
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach packed
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet,
  • Wooden spoon
  • paper towels.

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Add chopped sun dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and bring sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, then add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and warm through for 1 minute.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, use the oil from the sun dried tomatoes to sauté the garlic. Don't overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure a good crust forms. This recipe is easily adaptable - swap chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegan version, and serve over pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles.
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