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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Garlic Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pot recipe featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 700 g), pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced or finely chopped
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained, reserve some oil)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and pound them gently to about ¾ inch (2 cm) thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. (Time: 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Once shimmering, add the chicken breasts.
  3. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside, loosely tented with foil.
  4. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits from the chicken.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the remaining Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer. (Time: about 3-4 minutes)
  6. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted and vibrant green.
  7. Nestle the chicken breasts back into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top, cover with a lid, and let simmer on low for 3-4 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Taste the sauce and add extra salt or pepper if needed. Serve warm, spooning plenty of sauce over the chicken.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash more chicken broth or cream to loosen. Use fresh garlic for best flavor and avoid burning it. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Reheat leftovers gently on stovetop with broth or cream to avoid curdling.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy garlic chicken, one-pot chicken recipe, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, low-carb, gluten-free

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