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Creamy One-Pan Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spinach, cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • Salt and pepper, to season
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth (180 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook without moving for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside. (Cook time: 10-12 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt. (Cook time: 2 minutes)
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan bottom. Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer. (Cook time: 3 minutes)
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. The sauce will thicken slightly. Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed. (Cook time: 2 minutes)
  6. Add chopped spinach, stirring until just wilted. Nestle the chicken breasts back into the pan, spoon some sauce over the top. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors and finish cooking. (Cook time: 7 minutes)
  7. Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish, and give a gentle stir. (Cook time: 1 minute)
  8. Serve the chicken with plenty of sauce and spooned veggies, ideally over creamy mashed potatoes or garlic buttered noodles.

Notes

If sauce gets too thick, stir in a splash of broth or water to loosen. Pat chicken dry before searing for a golden crust. Use medium-high heat to sear chicken without burning. Keep heat low when simmering sauce to prevent curdling. Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for richer flavor; soak dry-packed tomatoes before use. Finish with lemon juice off heat to brighten sauce.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, one-pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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