Description
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Skillet is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, flavorful sauce made from garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, this quick-to-make recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it over pasta or rice for an unforgettable meal bursting with Italian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle Italian seasoning. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pan to release flavorful bits.
- Add spinach and Parmesan cheese; stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts smoothly.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet; let it soak up the flavors on low heat for an additional minute.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add fresh herbs like basil for a unique twist. If the sauce thickens too much during cooking, simply add a splash of broth or more cream to adjust the consistency.