Description
A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, inspired by the flavors of Tuscany.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
- Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same pan, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream, mixing well to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and Italian seasoning, allowing the sauce to come to a gentle simmer, stirring regularly.
- Add the fresh spinach and let it wilt in the sauce before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- Serve by placing the chicken back in the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Consider adding red pepper flakes for heat or artichoke hearts for a Mediterranean flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg