Creamy Tuscan Chicken Tomatoes (Printable)

Tender chicken in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and aromatic herbs for a comforting meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3-1.5 lbs)
02 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Creamy Sauce

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables & Finish

14 - 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus extra for garnish

# How-To:

01 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside, loosely covered.
03 - Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.
05 - Add chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Stir in fresh basil.
06 - Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
07 - Garnish with extra fresh basil and serve hot over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • A rich and creamy sauce made with Parmesan cheese and heavy cream for luxurious flavor.
  • Simple yet elegant ingredients that come together quickly in about 40 minutes total.
  • Gluten-free and easily adaptable to dairy-free with simple substitutions.
  • Balanced combination of tender chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh greens.
  • Perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes to suit your preference.
02 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F/74°C for perfect juiciness and safety.
  • Drain sun-dried tomatoes well to avoid excess oil in the sauce, keeping it balanced.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes sparingly at first to control spiciness according to taste.
  • Allow chicken to rest loosely covered after cooking to keep it moist before serving.
  • For a creamier texture, stir Parmesan cheese in slowly off heat to avoid clumping.
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