Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Spinach and Tomatoes
A rich and flavorful creamy Tuscan garlic chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes, all enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (4) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- (1 tablespoon) olive oil
- (1 teaspoon) salt
- (1/2 teaspoons) black pepper
- (4 cloves) garlic, minced
- (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
- (2 cups) fresh spinach
- (1 cup) heavy cream
- (1/2 cups) grated Parmesan cheese
- (1 teaspoon) Italian seasoning
- (1/4 teaspoons) red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 2/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and Fresh basil for garnish (optional).
- 2
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- 5
Stir in 2 cups fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Pour in 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine and let simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 7
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 8
Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
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