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Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A rich and creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick and comforting dinner with an Italian flair.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g), pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (about 90 g) or frozen
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or mix of dried basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Pound to about 1/2 inch thickness if needed. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and tent with foil to keep warm.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil and butter to skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape browned bits from pan. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly. Season with remaining Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Return chicken breasts to skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer together for 2-3 minutes to marry flavors.
  7. Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately with sides like mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash more broth or cream to loosen. If too thin, simmer longer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear. Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese.

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