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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe cooked in a skillet with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.
Sonia Khan

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe (Easy One Pan Dinner in 30 Minutes)

Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a rich and comforting skillet dinner made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. It feels restaurant-worthy but comes together easily for a cozy family meal or impressive weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: chicken, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: italian-american
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional
  • Fresh parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then stir until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  7. Mix in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.
  9. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavors come together.
  10. Stir in the butter if you want an even richer finish.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Pound thick chicken breasts slightly for more even cooking.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and gives the sauce a smoother texture.
  • Do not boil the sauce hard once the cream is added, or it may separate.
  • This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.