Creamy Tuscan ‘Marry Me’ Chicken
A delightful Italian dish featuring chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sauté for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes until aromatic in the same skillet.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Then add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet and add spinach, cooking until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Let the mixture simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and be careful not to overcook the chicken.
Find it online: https://www.chickenclassic.com/creamy-tuscan-marry-me-chicken/