Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish with tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan cheese. This recipe is easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, and provides a comforting meal that pairs well with pasta, rice, or fresh bread.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
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- 4 chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup flour plus a tablespoon
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 4 Tbsp butter, divided
For the Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about an inch, then season with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in flour to coat evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with the oil and half the butter. Add two chicken breasts, cover, and cook for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining chicken breasts. Wipe the pan if needed.
- Make the Sauce Base: Lower the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining two tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 45 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in a tablespoon of flour, then whisk in the chicken broth and oregano. Cook until slightly reduced.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Allow the mixture to reach a simmer.
- Add the Spinach: Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and allow it to warm through. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- If your chicken breasts were frozen beforehand, make sure they’re fully thawed and pat dry to help the flour stick better.
- For a gluten-free version, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free alternative.
- Fresh garlic is recommended, but if unavailable, use garlic powder (½ teaspoon per clove).
- You can lighten the sauce by substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or a lower-fat cream alternative.
- Butter adds flavor to the sauce, but olive oil can be used as a substitute if needed.
- Add a touch of heat with red chili flakes for a spicy variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
