Tuscan Chicken Skillet Creamy (Printable version)

Juicy chicken with garlic-Parmesan sauce, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, all in one skillet for Tuscan-inspired flavor.

# List of ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 21 ounces)
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Sauce

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 0.5 cup chicken broth
10 - 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)
13 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Pat dry the chicken breasts and evenly season both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts; sear each side for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown and almost cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep aside.
03 - Reduce skillet to medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until aromatic.
04 - Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine and scrape any browned bits from the pan.
05 - Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
06 - Stir in fresh baby spinach and cook until just wilted, roughly 1 minute.
07 - Return seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer gently for 5 to 8 minutes until fully cooked and juices run clear (internal temperature at 165°F).
08 - Garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses just one pan for easy cleanup
  • Comes together in under 45 minutes
  • Packed with fresh flavors and rich creamy sauce
  • Satisfies both low-carb and gluten-free needs
02 -
  • Packed with protein for a filling dinner
  • Easily adaptable for gluten free diets
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day
03 -
  • Let chicken rest after browning before adding back to the pan for better juiciness and easier slicing
  • Do not rush melting the Parmesan into the sauce patience gives you that ultra creamy finish without clumps
  • Always use sun dried tomatoes in oil for the best rich texture and color they meld instantly into the sauce
  • You will thank yourself for using a big skillet so the sauce has plenty of room to bubble and reduce evenly

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