Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds large boneless and skinless chicken breasts halved horizontally to make 4 fillets
700 grams
- 1 teaspoon salt
adjust to your tastes
- 3/4 teaspoon black cracked pepper
adjust to your tastes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 tablespoons reserved sun dried tomato oil or olive oil
divided
- For The Sauce
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic 6 cloves
- 5 oz 150g jarred sun dried tomato strips in oil drained
reserve 3 tablespoons of oil for cooking
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 cups heavy or thickened cream
or evaporated milk for lower calorie/fat
- 3 cups spinach
- 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley to serve
Directions
- 1
Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika and onion powder.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of the reserved sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes each side, or until golden and cooked through (work in batches if your pan isn't large enough). Transfer to a warm plate; set aside.
- 3
Add the remaining oil into the pan and fry the garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds to 1 minute), then add in the sun dried tomatoes. Fry for 1-2 minutes to release their flavours. Mix the Dijon through all of the flavours.
- 4
Reduce heat to low-medium heat, add the cream (or evaporated milk) and bring to a gentle simmer, while stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- 5
Add in the spinach leaves and allow to wilt in the sauce, then add in the parmesan cheese. Allow sauce to simmer for a further minute until cheese melts through the sauce.
- 6
Add the chicken back into the pan; top with parsley and serve over pasta, rice or steamed veg.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply satisfying, restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly simple to master at home? This Creamy Tuscan Chicken delivers a rich, flavorful experience that feels gourmet yet fits perfectly into a busy weeknight.
What makes this Creamy Tuscan Chicken truly special is the harmonious blend of savory and tangy elements. We're talking tender chicken bathed in a decadent, garlicky cream sauce, brightened by the intense flavor of sun-dried tomatoes and the fresh pop of spinach. The secret to its depth lies in using the reserved oil from the sun-dried tomatoes, infusing every bite with an extra layer of Mediterranean warmth.
When you prepare this dish, expect beautifully tender chicken fillets enrobed in a luscious, velvety sauce. The sun-dried tomatoes offer a concentrated sweetness and tang that plays wonderfully against the creamy backdrop, while fresh garlic and a hint of Dijon mustard add complexity without overpowering. As the spinach wilts into the sauce, it adds a touch of freshness and color, creating a well-balanced plate that's both comforting and vibrant. The freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts in, adding its signature nutty, salty finish.
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. You can easily swap the heavy cream for evaporated milk if you're looking for a lower-calorie or lower-fat option without sacrificing much creaminess. Feel free to adjust the salt and black cracked pepper to your personal taste. If you don't have sun-dried tomato oil, good quality olive oil works perfectly well. For a different fresh herb note, a sprinkle of fresh basil instead of parsley would also be delicious.
Serve this rich and comforting Creamy Tuscan Chicken over a bed of pasta, fluffy rice, or with some crusty bread to sop up every last drop of that incredible sauce. It’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or impressive enough to serve when entertaining friends.