Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or something special to impress your family, this dish has you covered. It’s warm, creamy, and bursting with Italian flavors—perfect for a chilly evening or when you’re craving something indulgent yet easy to make.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Pan
- Tongs
- Cutting Board and Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small ones)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Creamy Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Optional Sides
- Pasta: Serve over fettuccine penne, or even zucchini noodles.
- Rice: A great alternative for soaking up the delicious sauce.
- Crusty Bread: Perfect for dipping!
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- If using large chicken breasts, slice them in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. This helps them cook faster and more evenly.
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once done, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
- In the same pan, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and use a spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this adds tons of flavor!).
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 1 minute.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, spooning the creamy sauce over the top.
- Let everything simmer together for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve your creamy Tuscan chicken over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese if you like!
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving, Without pasta or rice):
- Calories: ~450-500 kcal
- Protein: ~35g
- Carbohydrates: ~10g
- Fat: ~35g
- Saturated Fat: ~17g
- Cholesterol: ~120mg
- Sodium: ~600mg
- Fiber: ~2g
- Sugar: ~4g
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.