Description
This Tuscan chicken dinner is a creamy, savory skillet meal featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomato sauce. This classic Italian-inspired dish relies on fresh aromatics and high-quality dairy to create a luxurious texture. Perfectly balanced with the acidity of sun-dried tomatoes, this elegant meal is prepared in under forty minutes, making it an ideal choice for a sophisticated yet quick weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty artisan bread.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
3 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt, pepper, and dried oregano to taste
Instructions
Season chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken for five minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for sixty seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release flavor.
Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream, bringing to a gentle simmer.
Whisk in the parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
Fold in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately two minutes.
Return the chicken to the pan to coat with the sauce and serve.
Notes
Use full-fat heavy cream for the best velvety texture. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve over your favorite pasta, or keep it low-carb by serving alongside roasted vegetables or fresh crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Baking
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg