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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade 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, perfect for cozy dinners and weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and half the dried Italian herbs. Let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove and set aside, tented with foil to keep warm.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring to blend flavors.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Add heavy cream and stir well. Add remaining dried herbs, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Add baby spinach and stir until just wilted, about 2 minutes, keeping it bright green and tender.
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth. Nestle the chicken breasts back into the sauce and spoon some over the top. Warm together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over cooked pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

If sauce becomes too thick, add a splash more chicken broth or cream. Avoid burning garlic by keeping heat moderate. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor and melting. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Frozen spinach can be used if fresh is unavailable; thaw and squeeze out excess water.

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

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