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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan garlic chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners. This dish features tender chicken breasts in a rich, flavorful sauce that balances creamy garlic, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, loosely packed
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of dried basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let rest for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release flavor.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape browned bits from the pan. Let broth reduce slightly for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk gently and simmer until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Stir in baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over them. Warm together for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Taste sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over chicken.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure even browning. Pat chicken dry before seasoning to reduce splatter. Simmer cream and broth gently to prevent curdling. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting. Add spinach last to keep its bright color and texture. Let chicken rest briefly after cooking to keep it juicy. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For keto, serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy garlic chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, easy dinner, weeknight meal, creamy chicken recipe

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