Description
A delightful meal bursting with bold flavors, featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and fragrant herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts (or thighs)
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin Olive Oil
- 2 cups Seasonal Vegetables (like baby spinach and sun-dried tomatoes)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or fresh basil/thyme)
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by chopping your onions, mincing garlic, and drying off your chicken.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Sauté the aromatics: Reduce heat, add onions, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, and cook until spinach wilts.
- Create the creamy sauce: Stir in heavy cream and broth, and let it simmer for 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Season and serve: Adjust seasonings, return chicken to pan, and let it soak in the sauce for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Plate it up: Serve with pasta, crusty bread, or steamed veggies, and enjoy!
Notes
For an impressive presentation, arrange on a platter and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve with a crisp salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Chicken recipe, Italian cuisine, Comfort food