Description
Looking for the best creamy chicken skillet that is easy quick and simple to make This healthy high protein Tuscan chicken recipe delivers rich flavor while staying practical for busy nights It is one of the best simple dinner ideas for family meals meal prep or casual entertaining and works well with pasta rice or vegetables making it a versatile healthy option you can rely on
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt pepper and Italian seasoning then sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Remove chicken and add garlic and sun dried tomatoes cooking for 1 minute.
- Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in parmesan until sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Simmer sauce gently to keep it smooth.
- Slice thick chicken breasts for even cooking.
- Add a splash of cream when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 155mg