Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a quick and easy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and aromatic herbs. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Flour, for dredging
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup chicken broth or dry white wine
1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
2 cups fresh baby spinach, loosely packed
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge them lightly in flour.
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Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden on both sides and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add chicken broth or white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in Dijon mustard and bring to a simmer.
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Add Cream and Vegetables: Pour in the heavy cream, then add the spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens slightly.
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Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Garlic Variation: Sauté minced garlic in the skillet before adding the broth for an extra depth of flavor.
Greens: Swap spinach for other greens like kale or arugula.
Mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet for more texture and flavor.
Spicy Option: Add red pepper flakes to introduce heat to the dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared, Skillet-cooked
- Cuisine: Italian
