There’s something magical about Tuscan chicken, and this recipe brings you all the flavors in an easy-to-make dish. With its creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, it feels fancy yet is incredibly simple to prepare. Your taste buds are in for a treat!
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts โ about 680 g (1 1/2 lbs)
- Mushrooms โ 225 g (8 oz), sliced thickly
- Garlic cloves โ 3, minced
- Sun-dried tomatoes in oil โ about 60 ml (1/4 cup), chopped
- Green onions โ a handful, chopped
- Olive oil โ 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Unsalted butter โ 1 tablespoon (14 g)
- Heavy whipping cream โ 360 ml (1 1/2 cups)
- Grated Parmesan cheese โ 50 g (1/2 cup)
- Fresh spinach leaves โ 2 cups
- Salt โ to taste (suggested: 1 teaspoon overall)
- Ground black pepper โ to taste
- Garlic powder โ 1/2 teaspoon
Steps to Make Tuscan Chicken
- Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the mushrooms and mince the garlic. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes and green onions. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thinner, even pieces. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. - Sear the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3โ5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and keep warm. - Cook the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add a touch more olive oil if needed and sautรฉ the mushrooms until golden brown, about 5โ7 minutes. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, and minced garlic. Season lightly and sautรฉ until fragrant, about 1 minute. - Make the Sauce
Pour in the heavy cream, along with the Parmesan cheese. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it thicken slightly, stirring occasionally for about 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed. - Finish with Spinach
Stir in fresh spinach leaves, allowing them to wilt slightly. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Once the spinach is completely wilted and the chicken is well-coated, remove from heat.
This Tuscan chicken dish is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs beautifully with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice. The creamy, flavorful sauce brings everything together in a way that’s hard to resist. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!
