Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is an irresistible dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and vibrant baby spinach. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience, perfect for serving over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up every bit of the delectable sauce. Delight your family and friends with this comforting meal that’s bursting with flavor and elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor enhancement. - For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or swap spinach for kale. - To enrich the sauce further, consider substituting half-and-half for some of the heavy cream.