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One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Chicken

One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Chicken
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A simple and flavorful One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious creamy sauce with Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all cooked in a single pan. Perfect for quick, delicious weeknight dinners that are both comforting and elegant with Italian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Proteins

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Oils & Fats

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cheese & Dairy

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)

Liquids

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside to rest.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In the same pan, add more olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  3. Create the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and deglaze the pan by scraping up any browned bits. Lower the heat, then stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens and becomes silky smooth.
  4. Add Spinach and Return Chicken: Stir in fresh spinach leaves and allow them to wilt into the sauce. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Let everything warm together for a couple of minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the dish as desired with chopped parsley or basil and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve with your favorite sides to complete the meal.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juicier meat.
  • Remove chicken from heat just before fully cooked; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  • Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for a creamier melt and richer flavor.
  • Adjust cream and broth quantities to control sauce thickness.
  • Deglaze the pan thoroughly to capture all flavorful caramelized bits.

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Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Chicken, One-Pan Chicken Recipe, Italian Chicken, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Spinach, Parmesan Sauce

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