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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner Idea

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A quick and comforting creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a velvety sauce perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup (50 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed or rehydrated dry)
  • 2 cups (60 grams) fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (60 grams) cottage cheese, blended
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick. (5 minutes)
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and half of the dried Italian herbs.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Sear chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside. (10-12 minutes)
  5. Lower heat to medium, add remaining butter and olive oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes. (2 minutes)
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer gently until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and baby spinach. Cook until spinach wilts and sauce thickens further, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. If using, stir in blended cottage cheese and simmer for 1 more minute for extra creaminess.
  9. Return chicken breasts to skillet, nestle into sauce, and spoon sauce over top. Warm together for 2-3 minutes to marry flavors.
  10. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or herbs as needed before serving.

Notes

Do not rush pounding the chicken to ensure even cooking. Sear chicken on medium-high heat to avoid burning. Keep sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent cream from splitting. Rest chicken after searing for juicy results. For thicker sauce, reduce broth before adding cream or add cornstarch slurry. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently with added broth or cream to loosen sauce.

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