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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Parmesan

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese in a rich, silky sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (about 90 grams)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml, low sodium)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Mince the garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, and grate the Parmesan cheese.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and keep warm tented with foil.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter, then sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese and let sauce thicken for a few minutes. Add more broth if sauce is too thick.
  9. Return chicken to the pan, nestle into the sauce, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and reheat chicken.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken breasts before searing for a better crust. Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for richer flavor. Stir sauce gently and keep heat moderate to prevent cream from separating. Can prepare chicken and sauce ahead and reheat gently. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts with adjusted cooking time.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Italian recipe

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