Description
Succulent Tuscan chicken breasts bring Mediterranean flavors dancing across dinner plates with irresistible charm. Italian herbs and creamy sauce create a luxurious experience you’ll savor from first delicious bite to last satisfying morsel.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/3 cup (40 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups (60 grams) fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking dish for the chicken.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium flame and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until aromatic and releasing its fragrance.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2 minutes, developing rich flavors.
- Fold fresh spinach leaves into the creamy mixture, cooking until they wilt and integrate with the sauce.
- Arrange seared chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Generously ladle the creamy spinach and tomato sauce over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Verify chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Plate and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired, serving immediately while hot.
Notes
- Customize seasonings by swapping Italian blend with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for a personalized flavor profile.
- Create a lighter version by substituting heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk to reduce calories and accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before searing to ensure a beautiful golden-brown crust that locks in moisture and enhances the overall texture.
- Prevent dry chicken by using a meat thermometer to check internal temperature precisely, avoiding overcooking and maintaining juicy, tender results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg