Description
Spring Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish that captures the essence of spring with its vibrant flavors and comforting creaminess. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and garlic. This quick yet impressive meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, ensuring every bite feels special and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the skillet; add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, stirring until the sauce simmers and thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce for an additional few minutes on low heat.
- Serve over pasta or rice, drizzled with extra sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg