🍗 Creamy Tuscan Chicken
A rich and flavorful dish made with pan-seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, baby spinach, and creamy Parmesan sauce. It’s restaurant-worthy and perfect served over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
📝 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained and chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or use half & half for lighter version)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried basil (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth (optional, for thinning sauce)
👨🍳 Method
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
- In the same pan, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Add spinach and let it wilt.
Step 3: Combine
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
- Serve hot over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
💡 Notes & Tips
- Pound chicken to even thickness for quick, uniform cooking.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free twist.
- Add mushrooms or peas for extra veggies.
- Deglaze pan with white wine before adding cream for extra depth.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture.
🧾 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – approx.)
- Calories: 400–450 kcal
- Protein: 35–40g
- Fat: 25–30g
- Carbs: 6–8g
- Fiber: 1–2g
✅ Health Benefits
- High in protein – supports muscle repair and satiety.
- Spinach adds iron, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
- Sun-dried tomatoes are rich in lycopene and flavor.
- Lower-carb than traditional pasta dishes.
Q&A
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes! It reheats well and keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Q: What goes best with Tuscan chicken?
A: Pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or even crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
Q: Can I make this in the oven?
A: You can sear the chicken first, then finish baking it in the sauce at 375°F for 15–20 minutes.
Q: Is it keto-friendly?
A: Yes, just skip starchy sides and serve with zoodles or cauliflower rice.
Q: Can I use frozen spinach?
A: Yes, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before adding to the sauce.