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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

A rich and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil For cooking
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb) Flattened for even cooking
  • ½ teaspoon salt For seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning For seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika For seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper For seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 1¼ cups heavy cream Main ingredient for the sauce
  • ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes (drained and chopped) Adds sweetness and texture
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese For flavor and creaminess
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2-3 cloves) For flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon salt For seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper For seasoning
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach Adds color and nutrition
  • Corn starch (optional) For thickening the sauce if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the canola oil.
  2. Flatten the chicken breasts with a meat mallet or rolling pin, then season both sides with salt, Italian seasoning, paprika, and black pepper.
Cooking
  1. Sear the chicken in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  2. Deglaze the pan if necessary by adding chicken broth or water to scrape up the browned bits.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before making the sauce.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously.
  6. Stir in the sundried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, allowing the cream to thicken.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, season with more salt and pepper, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  8. Add the chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
  9. If desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce to thicken.

Notes

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and additional cheese if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.