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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Breast Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Dinner

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A comforting and elegant chicken dish featuring a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the pan; once melted, toss in minced garlic. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for another 1-2 minutes to release their flavor.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the pan’s bottom.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, watching for tiny bubbles around edges.
  7. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and sauce is smooth.
  8. Toss in fresh spinach, stirring until just wilted (about 1-2 minutes). The sauce should thicken slightly and coat the back of a spoon.
  9. Nestle the chicken breasts back into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top and let everything warm together for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with your choice of side.

Notes

If the sauce gets too thick, stir in a splash of chicken broth to loosen it. Avoid overcooking the spinach to keep it bright green and tender. For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Let the chicken cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes per side to get a good sear and prevent sticking.

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Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, Spinach Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, Weeknight Chicken Recipe, Gluten-Free Chicken Recipe

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