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Close-up of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet with tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

Creamy Tuscan Chicken (Skillet)

This Creamy Tuscan Chicken (Skillet) recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen with simple steps. It features tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or a mix of individual spices such as oregano, thyme, basil, and rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes thinly sliced
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream see note above for dairy-free options
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Season both sides of each chicken breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden. Remove the chicken from the pan to a plate and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and the onion. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes, until the onion has softened.
  4. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic and saute for another minute, until fragrant.
  5. Add the spinach and saute for another minute, until just starting to wilt.
  6. Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Stir together and bring to a simmer.
  7. Place the chicken back in the skillet and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Notes

This dish pairs well with zucchini noodles or a simple side salad for a complete low-carb meal.

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