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Quick Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet

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A fast and easy creamy Tuscan chicken skillet recipe ready in under 20 minutes, featuring tender chicken breasts in a luscious sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thin cutlets preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (about 90 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Slice thick breasts in half horizontally to create cutlets if needed. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add chicken pieces and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside. (10 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. (2 minutes)
  4. Add baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. (2 minutes)
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. (4 minutes)
  6. Return chicken to skillet, nestle into sauce, and spoon sauce over each piece. Simmer together for 2 minutes to meld flavors. (2 minutes)
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately with your favorite sides. (1 minute)

Notes

Dry chicken well before cooking to ensure browning. Use medium-high heat for searing chicken and reduce to medium before adding garlic and cream to avoid burning. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth; if too thin, simmer longer off heat to reduce. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently with added broth or cream if needed.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken skillet, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan sauce

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