Tuscan Chicken
This Tuscan Chicken recipe features pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce, making a rich and flavorful meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped in oil, drained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 3 cups baby spinach fresh
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Add baby spinach and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook until spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the pan and coat with the creamy sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.