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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a restaurant-quality dish you can easily makeat home in under an hour.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan for extra flavour.
  5. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Simmer for 3–5 minutes to meld flavours.
  8. Serve hot with your choice of pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

Chef’s Tips
  • Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for more consistent cooking.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother, richer sauce.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken—remove it as soon as it reaches 75°C (165°F).
  • Add a splash of white wine before the cream for extra depth of flavour.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream (though the sauce will be less rich).