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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet Recipe Easy Garlic Spinach Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken skillet with garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners that feel indulgent yet fresh.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g), pounded slightly for even cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, packed in oil
  • 4 cups fresh spinach (about 120 g), roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Lightly pound them to an even thickness (about ½ inch / 1.3 cm). Season both sides with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until the underside is golden and releases easily. Flip and cook another 5 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to rest.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add chopped spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift browned bits. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  8. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, remaining Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until sauce thickens and cheese melts, about 3-4 minutes.
  9. Return rested chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and simmer for another 2 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, spooning extra sauce and spinach over the chicken.

Notes

Do not overcook the chicken to avoid dryness. Add garlic after lowering heat to prevent burning. Wilt spinach until bright green with a little bite left. Add Parmesan cheese off heat or on low heat to avoid graininess. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep juices locked in. If sauce is too thin, simmer longer; if too thick, add a splash of broth or cream. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Chicken thighs can be used instead, cooking 7-8 minutes per side.

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