Creamy Tuscan Chicken
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is prepared by seasoning boneless, skinless chicken breasts with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper, then searing until golden brown. The sauce starts with sautéing finely chopped onions and garlic to build a savory base. Thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes add tanginess and depth, while baby spinach contributes color and mild earthiness.
The sauce is thickened and enriched with heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, simmered gently to meld flavors and create a velvety texture. The chicken is returned to the skillet to finish cooking and soak up the sauce’s flavors, resulting in tender, juicy meat coated in a creamy, flavorful sauce.
This dish pairs well with simple sides like rice or pasta that can soak up the creamy sauce. The recipe notes that larger or thicker chicken breasts may require longer searing or pounding to even thickness for proper cooking. Dairy-free options can be accommodated by substituting nutritional yeast for Parmesan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or a mix of individual spices such as oregano, thyme, basil, and rosemary
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- ¼ cup yellow onion finely chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes thinly sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream *see note above for dairy-free options
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Prep the chicken. Season both sides of each chicken breast in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden. Remove the chicken from the pan to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the onions. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and the onion. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes, until the onion has softened.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic and saute another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the spinach, and saute another minute, until just starting to wilt.
- Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stir together, and bring to a simmer.
- Let it simmer. Place the chicken back in the skillet and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Notes
- If chicken breasts are extra large or thick, sear longer or pound them to even thickness for quicker cooking.
- Dairy-free versions can swap Parmesan cheese for 1–2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast.
- Choose quality sun-dried tomatoes for best flavor; the Alessi brand is recommended.
- Serving plates with a dark rim complement the dish’s presentation but are optional.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 595 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 595kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 49g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 179mg | 60% |
| Sodium | 896mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 850mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2994IU | 60% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 158mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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