Description
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Skillet delivers a comforting blend of tender chicken, rich garlic cream sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for transforming any meal into a special occasion. This dish is simple to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With vibrant colors and aromatic flavors, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: chop garlic and slice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Sear the chicken: heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3. Add garlic and tomatoes: stir in minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Create the creamy sauce: add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- 5. Toss in spinach and cheese: stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then mix in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- 6. Final touches: taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg