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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Spinach Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g), pounded to even thickness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably not packed in oil; if oil-packed, drain well)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute half-and-half for a lighter option)
  • ½ cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves (packed, about 3 oz / 90 g)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch (1.25 cm) if possible. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to deglaze the pan and scrape up browned bits. Bring sauce to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Continue stirring until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add fresh spinach leaves in batches, stirring until wilted but still bright green.
  7. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Cover and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to reheat chicken and marry flavors.
  8. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

If sauce becomes too thick, add a splash more chicken broth or cream to loosen. Avoid boiling sauce vigorously to prevent curdling. Add spinach at the end to keep it vibrant and not soggy. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with vegan cheese or nutritional yeast. Chicken thighs can be used but may require longer cooking time.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, one-pot meal, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, quick recipe, comfort food

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