Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe (Easy, Rich & Delicious)
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1–1½ pounds)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–6 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Melt the butter, add the garlic, and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scrape up the browned bits, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream, remaining Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, then gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- Add the spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Return the chicken and accumulated juices to the skillet. Simmer gently until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, then serve warm with pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Reheat gently to 165°F (74°C).
Recipe Notes: Cooking times vary with chicken thickness. Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer and adjust its consistency with a little extra broth if needed.
Estimated Nutrition Per Serving: Approximately 500–600 calories, 35–45 g protein, 35–45 g fat, and 8–12 g carbohydrates, depending on ingredient brands and serving sizes. These figures are estimates and should be recalculated using the actual ingredients for greater accuracy.