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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken Easy Recipe with Sundried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy one-pot Tuscan chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with sundried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml), homemade or low sodium
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large deep skillet or sauté pan. Once shimmering, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside on a plate. (12 minutes)
  3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and chopped sundried tomatoes. Stir frequently for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened, being careful not to burn the garlic. (2 minutes)
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. (4 minutes)
  5. Add fresh spinach to the sauce, stirring until wilted but still bright green. (2-3 minutes)
  6. Nestle the cooked chicken breasts back into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top, cover with the lid, and simmer on low for 5 minutes to let flavors meld. (5 minutes)
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as needed. The sauce should be creamy, tangy, and slightly savory. (1 minute)
  8. Plate the chicken with a generous ladle of sauce. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure proper browning. Pat chicken dry before seasoning. Use medium heat to avoid burning garlic. Simmer sauce gently to prevent curdling. If sauce is too thick, whisk in more broth or cream; if too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Fresh garlic and good-quality Parmesan enhance flavor. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stove with added broth or cream if needed.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, one-pot recipe, sundried tomatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Italian chicken, creamy sauce

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