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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a dish inspired by the rustic flavors of Tuscany, Italy. It combines succulent chicken with a rich, creamy sauce, often enjoyed as a comforting meal. This dish has gained popularity outside Italy, becoming a favorite in many households for its ease of preparation and delightful flavors.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt
black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup chicken broth
¾ cup cooking cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups baby spinach
fresh basil

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and dairy-free.

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2

Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

3

Sear chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until deeply golden and cooked through.

4

Add minced garlic and cook for a few seconds until fragrant.

5

Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.

6

Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 1–2 minutes.

7

Stir in cooking cream and Parmesan cheese, simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

8

Add baby spinach and cook just until wilted.

9

Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it, simmer for another 3-4 minutes to warm through.

10

Garnish with fresh basil.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tuscan ChickenChicken in Creamy Sauce
Local Name: Pollo alla Toscana cremoso

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