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Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, aromatic spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken (breast or thighs) Cut in half lengthwise for quicker cooking.
  • 4 cup fresh spinach Washed and dried.
  • 6 slices bacon Chopped.
  • 4-5 tbsp sundried tomatoes Drained from oil and sliced.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Or plant-based cream, coconut cream.
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika For flavor.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • salt and black pepper To taste.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Or more if you want a runny sauce.
  • 1/2 cup brown onion Or shallot diced fine.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic Freshly minced.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the bacon into small pieces and place in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook until slightly crispy, then set aside.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. In the same skillet, add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the seasoned chicken and cook each side for about three minutes until charred and golden brown. Remove from the pan.
Cooking
  1. Add diced onion to the remaining juices in the pan and sauté over medium-low heat until softened.
  2. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, sautéing for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the washed spinach and cook until wilted, about one minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream. Simmer until thick, ensuring not to boil.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Cook on low for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Lastly, stir in the grated Parmesan until melted, and sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon on top.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite sides such as crusty bread, rice, or pasta. A mixed green salad with vinaigrette complements it well.