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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner

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A creamy, tangy one-pot Tuscan chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese that comes together quickly and easily for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (about 3 ounces)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes, mince garlic, and grate the Parmesan. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Sear chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside (not fully cooked yet).
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the pan and stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release flavor.
  6. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.
  7. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the pan and scatter fresh spinach over the top. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and spinach wilts.
  9. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure a golden crust. Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Add garlic after searing to prevent burning. Simmer sauce gently to avoid curdling. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. If sauce is too thick, add more chicken broth; if too thin, add more Parmesan and simmer longer. Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently with added broth or cream to loosen sauce. Avoid microwave reheating to preserve sauce texture.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, one-pot dinner, sun-dried tomatoes, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, Italian chicken, creamy sauce

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