Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. Sauté Garlic: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
6. Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine, letting the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Return Chicken: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, coating them with the creamy sauce. Allow them to heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
9. Serve: Serve the Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken hot, drizzled with extra sauce.
Following these steps will ensure your dish turns out perfectly every time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 30g