Description
Creamy tuscan chicken brings hearty Italian flavors to weeknight dinner tables. Savory herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese combine for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Dairy:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Sear in hot olive oil for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from pan and set aside. In same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute, releasing their concentrated flavor.
- Gently fold fresh spinach into the skillet, stirring until leaves wilt and reduce in volume.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the pan, creating a rich, creamy base. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into sauce, whisking continuously to ensure smooth integration and prevent clumping.
- Carefully return seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce.
- Simmer for additional 3-4 minutes, allowing chicken to heat through and sauce to thicken slightly.
- Plate chicken and generously spoon extra sauce over the top, ensuring each serving is lavishly coated.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts around 6-8 ounces for even cooking and tender results.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure perfect golden-brown searing and prevent steaming.
- Use fresh spinach instead of frozen for a brighter, more vibrant color and crisp texture.
- Create a low-carb version by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg