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Creamy One-Pan Tuscan Chicken Breast Recipe Easy and Perfect for Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken breast recipe with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces or 170 g each)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (roughly 120 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temp about 160°F/71°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter to the same pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in ½ cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping browned bits from the pan. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach to the sauce. Stir until wilted and vibrant green.
  7. Sprinkle in ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until sauce is creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Nestle seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, spoon sauce over the top. Cover and cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce thickens.
  9. Remove lid and let sauce bubble gently for 1 minute if needed to thicken. Stir gently, turn off heat, and let chicken rest in sauce for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting chicken dry before searing helps achieve a perfect crust. Avoid crowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use medium-low heat to prevent cream from breaking. Let chicken rest in sauce to redistribute juices. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese.

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

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