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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Emily Carter
Golden pan-seared chicken smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Fancy enough for guests, easy enough for weekdays.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream because we don’t do “light” here
  • ½ cup chicken broth low sodium
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional but recommended
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach because we’re pretending to be healthy
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions
 

  • Season the Chicken: Sprinkle chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Rub it in like you mean it.
  • Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove from pan.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  • Build the Creamy Base: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Melt the Cheese: Whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Add spinach and let it wilt like it just got bad news.
  • Bring It Together: Return chicken to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes, spooning sauce over it until fully coated.
  • Serve & Devour: Plate it up with pasta, rice, or straight from the pan if you’re impatient.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~500
  • Total Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 20%
  • Calcium: 15%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Potassium: 10%
  • Magnesium: 8%

Extra Tips for Maximum Flavor

  • Thin out thick chicken breasts. Pound them slightly for even cooking. Nobody likes dry, underseasoned poultry.
  • Don’t skimp on the Parmesan. The more, the better. That’s just science.
  • Let the sauce thicken. Give it time to simmer; watery sauce is a crime.
  • Add more spinach. It balances out the cream, so you can pretend this is healthy.
  • Pair it wisely. Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for mopping up the sauce.
Now, grab a fork, pour a glass of wine, and enjoy a dish that actually deserves your time.