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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner

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A quick and comforting creamy Tuscan chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a velvety sauce perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (180 ml)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the skillet. When melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add fresh spinach and dried Italian herbs. Stir until spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken and warm together for 2 minutes on low heat.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear on the chicken. Add spinach last to keep it vibrant.

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