Description
A rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. This easy stovetop dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner served alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance the flavor before cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the hot oil and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook them just until the spinach wilts and releases its moisture, about 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer gently for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Allow them to cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes so the chicken heats through and absorbs the sauce flavors.
- Serve: Plate the chicken topped with the creamy Tuscan sauce and serve hot alongside your choice of pasta, rice, or crusty bread to enjoy the delicious sauce fully.
Notes
- Sun-dried tomatoes can be substituted with fresh cherry tomatoes for a milder flavor, though the texture will differ.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a cashew cream for a dairy-free option.
- Ensure chicken breasts are even thickness for uniform cooking; pounding them slightly can help.
- Italian seasoning typically contains basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme; use fresh herbs if available for more vibrant flavor.
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently, stirring frequently to prevent burning or splitting of the cream.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, as the sauce thickens upon cooling.
