Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Succulent chicken breasts are bathed in a luxurious, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This indulgent yet quick dish is a flavorful Italian-inspired meal, often served with pasta or crusty bread.

Cooking time: 35 min · Difficulty: Medium · Servings: 2 · Cuisine: Italian · Category: Main Course

Ingredients

• 300 grams Chicken breasts
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 50 grams Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
• 180 ml Heavy cream
• 120 ml Chicken broth
• 100 grams Fresh spinach
• 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
4. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate, tented with foil.
5. Reduce the heat to medium, then add the minced garlic and sliced sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet.
6. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
7. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
8. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
9. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it has wilted completely.
10. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
11. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce.
12. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh chopped basil.
13. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 620 · Protein: 45g · Carbs: 10g · Saturated fat: 20g · Unsaturated fat: 45g · Fiber: 3g · Sugars: 4g · Sodium: 1100mg

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