Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tuscan Chicken
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich and creamy sauce, enhanced by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. This restaurant-quality meal is easy to prepare and perfect for impressing guests during special occasions or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and comforting flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Author: Cathy
 - Prep Time: 15 minutes
 - Cook Time: 20 minutes
 - Total Time: 35 minutes
 - Yield: Serves 4
 - Category: Main
 - Method: Sautéing
 - Cuisine: Italian
 
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
 - 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
 - 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
 - 1 cup heavy cream
 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
 - 2 cups fresh spinach
 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 - Salt and pepper to taste
 
- Prep Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Chop sun-dried tomatoes and mince garlic.
 - Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
 - Cook Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
 - Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring well while scraping any brown bits from the pan. Simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
 - Add Spinach and Cheese: Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until spinach wilts and cheese melts into the sauce.
 - Combine: Return the seared chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer for an additional minute before serving.
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
 - Calories: 520
 - Sugar: 3g
 - Sodium: 650mg
 - Fat: 36g
 - Saturated Fat: 18g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 16g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 6g
 - Fiber: 1g
 - Protein: 41g
 - Cholesterol: 145mg
 
Keywords: For extra richness, consider adding a splash of white wine to the sauce while simmering. To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.