Creamy Tuscan Chicken Dinner
A rich and flavorful creamy Tuscan chicken dinner featuring tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning optional
- Fresh basil optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken cutlets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then stir in minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Add fresh spinach, stirring until it wilts, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce, and simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat through. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Notes
This dish can be served with pasta, rice, or a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.