Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Spinach
A savory and rich creamy Tuscan chicken dish enhanced with fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (4) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- (1 tbsp) olive oil
- (3 cloves) garlic, minced
- (1 cup) heavy cream
- (1/2 cups) chicken broth
- (1/2 cups) grated Parmesan cheese
- (2 cups) fresh spinach
- (1/2 cups) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- (1 tsp) Italian seasoning
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes (optional)
- (1 tbsp) fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, heat (1 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Add the (4) boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet and season with (1/2 tsp) salt, (1/4 tsp) black pepper, and (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, add (3 cloves) minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in (1/2 cup) chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
- 5
Stir in (1 cup) heavy cream, (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese, and (1 tsp) Italian seasoning. Mix well and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6
Add (2 cups) fresh spinach and (1/2 cup) chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce, cooking until the spinach is wilted.
- 7
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 8
Garnish with (1 tbsp) chopped fresh basil before serving.
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