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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy 30-Minute Dinner with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Cream Cheese

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and cream cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. This recipe delivers rich texture and vibrant flavors in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for mild kick
  • Optional: fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the pan and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside covered loosely with foil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously to create a silky sauce.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated.
  9. Add fresh baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted, stirring occasionally.
  10. Return chicken to the pan, nestle into the sauce, and spoon sauce over chicken. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and reheat chicken.
  11. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  12. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.

Notes

Do not rush searing the chicken to get a nice golden crust. Lower heat when melting cream cheese to avoid graininess. Add spinach at the end to keep it fresh and bright. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water; if too thin, simmer longer to thicken. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut cream and vegan cream cheese.

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Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Cream Cheese, Easy Dinner, Quick Recipe, Weeknight Meal, Italian Chicken

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