Classic Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes — Rich but Weeknight-Easy
A rich and creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This flavorful meal is surprisingly easy to make, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried oregano, basil, and thyme)
- Salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Pat chicken cutlets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in olive oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then cook gently until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add spinach until wilted, then return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes to finish cooking.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve this creamy chicken over pasta or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.