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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken recipe featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a velvety sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained slightly)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: mince garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, rinse baby spinach, and pat chicken thighs dry.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown for 4-5 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well, scraping browned bits from the pan.
  5. Simmer the sauce gently for 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, nestle into the sauce, cover, and cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove lid, stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese. Allow spinach to wilt, about 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and let rest for a minute or two. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before browning for a golden crust. Simmer sauce on low heat to prevent cream from curdling. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or cream. Use thighs for juiciness; breasts can dry out. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and omit Parmesan.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, one-pot meal, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, easy dinner, comfort food

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