Creamy Italian Tuscan Chicken is the kind of dish that feels like it came straight from a cozy Italian kitchen. It’s made with juicy pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy garlic sauce loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan. The sauce is smooth, flavorful, and full of bold, rustic ingredients that turn a simple chicken dinner into something special. It’s easy to make in one pan, and goes perfectly with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. This recipe serves 4.
Ingredients You’ll Need
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or mix of oregano, basil, thyme)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed and drained)
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
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2 cups baby spinach
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Optional: red pepper flakes for a little heat
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Fresh parsley for garnish
How to Make Creamy Italian Tuscan Chicken
Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add a bit more oil if needed, then toss in the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and stir for another minute to soften them.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
Pour in the chicken broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add the cream and bring to a low simmer. Stir in the parmesan cheese and let the sauce thicken slightly—about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 4: Add Spinach and Chicken
Add the spinach and stir until just wilted. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Let everything simmer together for another 5 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken occasionally.
Step 5: Serve Hot
Turn off the heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot with your favorite side.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Tuscan chicken with fettuccine, mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Add a simple green salad on the side for a complete meal.
Creamy Italian Tuscan Chicken is a delicious mix of rich cream, garlic, savory cheese, and bold Mediterranean flavors. It’s simple enough for a weeknight, yet elegant enough to serve to guests—and it always leaves the plate clean.
