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creamy chicken tuscan in skillet

One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken

5 from 10 votes
Chicken breasts are coated in an irresistible creamy sun dried tomato sauce filled with spinach, delicious smoked paprika, parmesan, and topped up with salty crispy bacon. This Creamy Tuscan Chicken is an excellent restaurant quality dish and is definitely a winner of a chicken dinner!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 637

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 4 cup fresh spinach washed and dried
  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 4-5 tablespoons sundried tomatoes drained from oil, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or plant based cream, coconut cream
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken broth or more if you want more runny sauce
  • ½ cup brown onion or shallot diced fine
  • 1 teaspoon garlic freshly minced

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon: Cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
    6 slices bacon
  2. Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
    1 pound boneless skinless chicken, salt and black pepper, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  3. Brown the chicken: Heat the olive oil and butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
    4-5 tablespoons sundried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil
  4. Cook the vegetables: Reduce the heat to medium. Sauté the onion until softened, then stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the spinach and cook until wilted.
    4-5 tablespoons sundried tomatoes, 1 teaspoon garlic, ½ cup brown onion
  5. Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the Parmesan and simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
    4 cup fresh spinach, 1 cup heavy cream, salt and black pepper, ½ cup chicken broth, ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  6. Finish the dish: Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Serve: Sprinkle with the crispy bacon and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread.
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Nutrition

Calories: 637kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 555mgPotassium: 957mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4248IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 166mgIron: 2mg

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Notes

  • Use heavy cream for the richest, creamiest sauce. Half-and-half works, but the sauce will be thinner.
  • Slice thick chicken breasts into thinner cutlets so they cook quickly and evenly.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts much more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Don't skip the sun-dried tomatoes—they add the signature Tuscan flavor and a touch of sweetness.
  • Chicken thighs or chicken cutlets work just as well if you don't have chicken breasts.
  • Want a little heat? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne to the sauce.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of cream or chicken broth if needed.
  • I don't recommend freezing this recipe since cream-based sauces can separate after thawing.

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