Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner
A creamy, comforting chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a rich cream sauce that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry 4 boneless chicken breasts with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Let rest while you gather the other ingredients. (5 minutes)
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Let it warm until shimmering but not smoking. (2 minutes)
- Add chicken breasts to the pan, cooking undisturbed for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and cook another 5 minutes on the other side until cooked through and juicy (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken from pan and set aside. (12 minutes)
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for another minute. (2 minutes)
- Toss in 3 cups fresh baby spinach. Stir gently until wilted, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
- Pour in ½ cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer. Let the sauce thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Add more broth if too thick. (5 minutes)
- Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (2 minutes)
- Nestle the seared chicken breasts back into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the top and simmer on low for 3-4 minutes to marry the flavors. (4 minutes)
- Plate the chicken and spoon extra sauce and spinach over the top. Serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
For best results, use sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil. To prevent sauce from curdling, cook on low to medium heat and add cream slowly while stirring gently. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better flavor. Let chicken rest at room temperature before cooking for even cooking and juiciness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 28
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 42
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, Italian Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner