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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken recipe featuring a creamy sauce, tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700g), pounded slightly for even cooking
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml), homemade or low sodium store-bought
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, thyme)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes if possible.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chicken breasts and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits.
  5. Return chicken breasts to the pan and scatter baby spinach around and on top. Cover with a lid and simmer for 7–10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and spinach is wilted.
  6. Remove lid and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over chicken and sauce. Stir gently to melt cheese and thicken sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Let the dish rest off heat for 2–3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning chicken to ensure a good sear. Use medium-high heat for searing and lower heat when cooking garlic to avoid burning. Fresh spinach is preferred for texture but frozen works if well drained. If sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir into sauce, simmering for 1 more minute. Let dish rest before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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