Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy sauce, earthy spinach, and sweet sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan and let rest.
- Sauté the Garlic and Spinach: In the same pan, add more olive oil if needed. Lower the heat, and cook minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add spinach, stirring until wilted.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine with spinach and garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer and add parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Combine It All: Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over. Let simmer for 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Plate and Serve: Remove chicken and place on a serving platter, drizzling sauce on top. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
Notes
Creamy Tuscan Chicken pairs well with garlic bread, risotto, or pasta. Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients like mushrooms or extra herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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