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Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Spinach

This restaurant-worthy creamy Tuscan chicken comes together easily with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach for a decadent weeknight meal.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Spinach

Prepare to be amazed by how quickly and easily you can create a truly decadent meal! Our Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Spinach brings all the rich, savory flavors of a gourmet dish to your weeknight table. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach swim in a luscious cream sauce that's utterly irresistible. You'll feel like a culinary genius!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), drained and sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. If using, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the heavy cream and sliced sun-dried tomatoes.

  4. Step 4

    Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and add the fresh spinach a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt before adding more. Cook until all the spinach is wilted.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for dipping. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Tips

  • Add mushrooms with the onions for extra umami flavor.
  • A splash of dry white wine (about 1/4 cup) can be added before the chicken broth for extra depth.
  • For a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir into the simmering sauce.

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