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Tuscan Chicken

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πŸ— Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Tuscan chicken dish that’s rich with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
🌿 This recipe combines tender chicken with a luscious sauce and fresh spinach for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 2/3 cup)

– 3 cloves garlic, minced

– 1/2 cup drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (2 1/2 ounces), sliced

– 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1/2 cup lightly packed) or 1/3 cup store-bought grated

– 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total), cut in half horizontally (butterflied)

– 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

– 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

– 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

– 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

– 5 ounces baby spinach (about 5 packed cups)

– 1 1/4 cups heavy cream

Instructions

1-Follow this straightforward guide to make Tuscan Chicken: starting with simple prep work that sets you up for success. First, prepare all ingredients by measuring and chopping the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and washing the spinach to ensure smooth cooking. This step helps you move through the process without interruptions.

2-Next: season the chicken halves with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper for even flavor. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear half the chicken until browned on each side for 3 to 5 minutes per side, and transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken and oil, noting that the chicken won’t be fully cooked at this stage.

3-Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil if needed, then sautΓ© the diced onion until softened for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Gradually add the baby spinach a handful at a time, stirring regularly until just wilted for 1 to 2 minutes.

4-Stir in the Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, then bring to a simmer while scraping up browned bits from the pan bottom. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, maintaining a gentle simmer until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165ΒΊF for 4 to 7 minutes. For a fresh twist, consider pairing this with ideas from our healthy eating tips section.

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Notes

🍴 Slice chicken breasts horizontally to enhance even cooking and surface area.
πŸ… Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for the most authentic flavor.
🌱 Add baby spinach in batches to ensure even wilting and maintain texture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Searing and simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 612
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 722 mg
  • Fat: 44.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20.6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9.8 g
  • Fiber: 1.9 g
  • Protein: 44.6 g