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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish featuring chicken tenderly cooked in a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces medium sized boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • kosher salt for seasoning
  • freshly ground pepper for seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning divided
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 small onion, diced (about 1/3 cup)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan plus more for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place each chicken breast between two pieces of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to an even thickness.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
Cooking
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, gently place the chicken breasts into the skillet and sear for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate to rest.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. After it warms slightly, add the diced onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Sauté the baby spinach until it wilts down, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and add in the remaining teaspoon of Italian seasoning and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Stir and allow to simmer for about a minute.
  7. Nestle the seared chicken back into the creamy mixture, bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat and top with extra parmesan if desired. Serve immediately with your preferred sides.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality olive oil, fresh garlic, and real parmesan cheese. Taste as you cook to adjust seasoning to your preference.