Description
Spring Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for spring evenings, this recipe brings vibrant flavors to your table and is easy enough for weeknight dinners. Your guests will be captivated by the delicious aroma and luxurious taste, making it an ideal dish for entertaining or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 3. Sear chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- 4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in fresh spinach until wilted.
- 5. Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir until creamy.
- 6. Return the chicken to the skillet and let it soak in the sauce for another 2–3 minutes.
- 7. Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result. Seasonal vegetables like asparagus can be incorporated for a twist on this classic dish. To make it dairy-free, use coconut milk as a substitute for heavy cream.