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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

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This Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich and flavorful sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, garlic, and a creamy Parmesan-infused broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it offers a comforting, restaurant-quality Italian meal that can be easily prepared at home.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about four 6-ounce chicken breasts)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce and Vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup chopped shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 3 cups chopped fresh spinach (loosely packed)
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Optional Garnish

  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top plastic bag and gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin until evenly flattened. Remove the chicken from the bag.
  2. Season: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to enhance flavor.
  3. Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Cover the pan as needed to help cook thicker pieces. Remove the chicken breasts to a clean plate.
  4. Sauté shallots: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and chopped shallots to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Add garlic and flour: Stir in minced garlic and all-purpose flour, cooking for about 1 minute to create a roux and release garlic aroma.
  6. Add chicken broth: Pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly and scraping the pan’s browned bits to build flavor. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Incorporate vegetables: Lower heat to medium-low, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  8. Finish sauce: Stir in heavy cream and mix thoroughly, creating a creamy, rich sauce.
  9. Combine and serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the pan, warming them in the sauce for 1-2 minutes. Spoon sauce over the chicken and serve with optional grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness is crucial.
  • You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach; just make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and omit Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve this dish with crusty bread, pasta, or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/creamy-tuscan-chicken-recipe/