Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Creamy Tuscan Chicken features succulent chicken simmered in a rich sauce of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, creating a delightful meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with garlic.
- 5. Add grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing well.
- 6. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, allowing them to simmer until spinach wilts (about two minutes).
- 7. Place cooked chicken back into the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece.
- 8. Transfer to plates, drizzle additional sauce if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: - Substitute kale for spinach or add mushrooms for extra texture. - Pair with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.