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Creamy One-Pan Tuscan Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pan Tuscan chicken recipe featuring a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g), pounded slightly for even cooking
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (about 120 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml) or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil or parsley

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Lightly pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness for even cooking (about 5 minutes).
  2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Heat until the oil shimmers but does not smoke (about 2 minutes).
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and gently scrape any browned bits from the pan bottom with a wooden spoon. Add the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes until it starts to thicken.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in the grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add the fresh spinach in batches, letting it wilt between additions (2-3 minutes). Season the sauce with Italian seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Return the chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Spoon sauce over the top. Cover the pan and cook for another 2 minutes to marry the flavors and warm everything through.
  8. Serve the chicken with a generous spoonful of sauce and spinach. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

Do not rush the sear to develop a golden crust. Use fresh minced garlic for best flavor. Control heat to avoid cream splitting. Cook chicken in batches if pan is crowded. Wilt spinach gently in batches. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered longer; if too thick, add chicken broth to loosen.

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