Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a kiss of garlic. This dish feels luxurious yet effortless, making weeknights feel special without hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and the Italian seasoning. This helps build flavor and sear nicely without needing a lot of effort.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Continue to simmer gently, stirring often, until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes, just until the spinach wilts and the flavors meld.
- Return the chicken to the pan, spooning some sauce over the top. Let everything simmer together for another 2-3 minutes so the chicken absorbs some of the flavors.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth to reach your preferred consistency.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute and keeps the chicken juicy.