Description
This One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight comfort meal with an Italian flair, made in a single pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts – main protein for the dish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – for searing and flavor
- 1 tablespoon butter – adds richness to the sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced – enhances aroma and depth
- 1/2 cup chicken broth – creates a savory base for the sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream – gives the dish its signature creaminess
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese – thickens the sauce and adds saltiness
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped – provides tangy sweetness
- 2 cups fresh spinach – adds freshness and nutrients
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning – balances Mediterranean flavors
- Salt and pepper to taste – enhances overall taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pan and release flavor.
- Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes; simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 5–7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C).
- Stir in spinach until wilted and well incorporated into the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful result.
- Substitute coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or crispy bacon bits.
- Reheat leftovers gently on low heat with a splash of broth or cream to restore texture.
- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower mash for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot / Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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