Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet is a delightful weeknight dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your home. This quick-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy nights, it offers a gourmet experience without requiring extensive culinary skills. Serve it over pasta or alongside roasted veggies for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown (5-6 minutes per side). Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring to combine; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in spinach and Italian seasoning; cook until spinach wilts. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve hot over cooked pasta or alongside roasted vegetables, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg