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Creamy Tuscan Chicken for Two

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken recipe perfect for intimate dinners, featuring garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 ounces / 170–200 grams each), pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, packed (about 60 grams), washed and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or blend of basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside, tented with foil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add more broth if sauce is too thick.
  6. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top, cover loosely, and let meld together for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately with preferred sides.

Notes

Keep heat gentle when simmering the sauce to avoid curdling. Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking. Use fresh garlic and add it just before the sauce to maintain flavor. Freshly grate Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese.

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