Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe, featuring tender chicken cutlets simmered with vibrant spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. This dish combines a rich cream sauce with aromatic Italian seasonings, creating a gourmet meal that is perfect for family dinners, romantic evenings, or meal prepping for the week ahead. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying dinner that will impress even the pickiest eaters. Pair it with your favorite pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for endless serving possibilities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1–2 cups baby spinach
- Freshly parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side) and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, followed by chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Add half of the Parmesan cheese, stirring until thickened; season to taste.
- Fold in spinach until wilted, then return chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (170g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 150mg