Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet (Print)

Tender chicken in creamy garlic sauce with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Sauce

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and sliced
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 3 cups fresh baby spinach
12 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

14 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
15 - Extra Parmesan cheese for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts in the hot oil and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then pour in heavy cream and chicken broth while scraping up browned bits from the pan bottom.
04 - Add Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts completely and sauce reaches desired thickness.
05 - Add fresh baby spinach to the sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes until fully wilted.
06 - Return seared chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through completely.
07 - Transfer chicken and sauce to serving plates. Top with fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • One-pan wonder: minimal cleanup makes this perfect for busy weeknights
  • Ready in 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Restaurant-quality flavor with simple, accessible ingredients
  • Naturally gluten-free and full of protein
  • The creamy sauce is so delicious, you'll want to serve it over rice, pasta, or potatoes to soak up every drop
02 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after searing to retain its juices
  • Choose sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for the best flavor and texture
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded varieties
  • Use tongs to turn the chicken to avoid piercing the meat and losing moisture
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