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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pan chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich cream sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter sauce)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet (this is the fond). Bring to a simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. To prevent curdling, do not boil the sauce after adding cream.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  10. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free option, use full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.
  • If using chicken thighs, they may take a few minutes longer to cook through.
  • You can deglaze the pan with white wine instead of chicken broth for extra flavor.
  • Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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