Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 40 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 175  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

Indulge in a rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach, a dish featuring pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce, packed with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this one-pan meal is easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes. Serve it with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients
    For the Chicken:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce:
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening, mixed with 2 tbsp water)
Instructions
    Season and Sear the Chicken
  1. 1
    Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear for 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
    2. Make the Creamy Tuscan Sauce
  2. 2
    In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using). Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes. If a thicker sauce is desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce.
    3. Combine and Simmer
  3. 3
    Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in fresh spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
    4. Serve and Enjoy
  4. 4
    Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired. Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Note
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if needed.
  • Substitutions: Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version. Swap spinach with kale or arugula.
  • Make it Dairy-Free: Use coconut cream and dairy-free parmesan.
  • Pairing Suggestions: Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a light salad.
Keywords: creamy, Tuscan, chicken, one-pan, easy dinner
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