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Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes served on a plate

Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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This Tuscan Chicken recipe features pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with garlic, spinach, and Parmesan. The key to success is drying the chicken thoroughly before searing to achieve a golden crust and pulling it at 160°F for juicy, tender meat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts room temperature, patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil regular olive oil for searing, not extra-virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes jarred in oil or dry-packed (soaked 10 minutes if dry)
  • 1 cup heavy cream full-fat
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 cup fresh spinach added at end to wilt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs basil, oregano mix
  • salt to season chicken
  • black pepper to season chicken

Equipment

  • Large skillet Used for searing chicken and making the sauce
  • Instant-read thermometer For checking chicken internal temperature

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels for 30 seconds. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
    4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. Add olive oil and swirl to coat. Add chicken breasts leaving 1-2 inch gaps. Sear 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
    4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons olive oil
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
    3 cloves garlic, ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup heavy cream
  4. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs. Simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Add fresh spinach and stir for 30 seconds until wilted.
    ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 cup fresh spinach, 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
  5. Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer 2 minutes to reheat. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
    4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese

Notes

  • Pat chicken dry thoroughly to ensure golden crust and prevent steaming.
  • Preheat pan 3-5 minutes before adding oil to avoid sticking and improve browning.
  • Pull chicken at 160°F internal temp and rest 5 minutes to avoid drying out.

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