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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

A rich, creamy skillet chicken with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts halved (about 1 1/2 lbs total)
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt divided, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper divided
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp light olive oil divided
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz brown mushrooms thickly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onion green parts, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese finely shredded
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach

Equipment

  • large non-reactive skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with about 1/2 tsp of the sea salt, 1/4 tsp of the black pepper, and the garlic powder.
  2. Heat a large non-reactive skillet over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp olive oil until melted and shimmering.
  3. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and sauté 3–5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F; remove to a cutting board and let rest, then slice if desired.
  4. In the same skillet over medium heat add the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil and the sliced mushrooms; sauté 5–7 minutes until lightly golden and excess moisture has evaporated.
  5. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped green onion, minced garlic, the remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp pepper; sauté about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and sprinkle the Parmesan over the top; bring to a light boil while stirring, then reduce heat and simmer about 2 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.
  7. Add the spinach and stir just until wilted, then return the sliced (or whole) chicken to the skillet and spoon the warm sauce over it; remove from heat.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, then serve.

Notes

  • Substitute drained artichoke hearts or fresh asparagus for mushrooms if desired.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes to taste for heat.
  • Chicken thighs can be used; trim excess fat before sautéing.
  • If using thighs, cook to at least 175°F for best texture.