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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach in a luscious sauce, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and slice in half horizontally or pound to about ½ inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Scrape browned bits from the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Add Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  6. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, nestle into the sauce, and warm together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Serve hot with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes, creamy polenta, pasta, or a crisp salad.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to get a golden crust. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Keep heat moderate when simmering sauce to prevent cream from curdling. Adding Parmesan cheese off heat or on low helps avoid clumping. For thicker sauce, use a cornstarch slurry if needed. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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

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