Description
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe features tender seared chicken breasts cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, baby spinach, heavy cream, and freshly grated parmesan cheese. The Italian seasoning brings aromatic herbs to the dish, creating a comforting and elegant meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, thyme, basil, and rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season both sides of each chicken breast with Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring an even coating of the herbs and spices.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Cook the Onions: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the finely chopped yellow onion. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Add Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Stir in the minced garlic and thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant and well combined.
- Add Spinach: Add the baby spinach to the skillet and sauté for another minute until the spinach just starts to wilt.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle the freshly grated parmesan cheese over the mixture. Stir everything together well and bring to a gentle simmer to thicken the creamy sauce.
- Finish Cooking the Chicken: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or other dairy-free cream alternatives to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Ensure not to overcook the chicken during searing to keep it juicy and tender.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and melting consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
