Description
Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with this Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet! Juicy chicken is simmered in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes for an easy one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts – Lean, tender, and perfect for searing.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – Helps create a beautiful golden crust.
- 1 tablespoon butter – Adds richness and flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning – Brings classic Italian herbs.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder – Adds extra savory flavor.
- 1 teaspoon paprika – Gives color and mild smokiness.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 5 garlic cloves, minced – Creates a rich aromatic base.
- 1 cup heavy cream – Makes the sauce silky and luxurious.
- ½ cup chicken broth – Adds flavor while thinning the sauce slightly.
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese – Creates a creamy, cheesy sauce.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) – For gentle heat.
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes – Adds sweetness and tang.
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach – Wilts beautifully into the sauce.
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Cracked black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet and sear the chicken until golden on both sides. Remove from the skillet.
- Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Italian seasoning and onion powder.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer until fully cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh basil, parsley, and extra Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty garlic bread.
Notes
- Freshly grated Parmesan creates the smoothest and creamiest sauce.
- Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 540 calories