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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Chicken

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A rich and comforting one-pot Tuscan chicken recipe with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for an easy homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed recommended)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup dry white wine (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 2 minutes). Add chicken thighs and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in dry white wine or chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Cook for 2 minutes until liquid reduces slightly.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to combine.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese and fresh spinach leaves. Stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts into the sauce, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors and finish cooking.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the chicken. Pairs well with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

Notes

Do not crowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure a golden crust. Use fresh garlic and avoid burning it. Deglaze the pan with wine or broth to capture flavor. Add Parmesan cheese at the end to prevent curdling. If sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash more broth. Leftovers taste better the next day after flavors meld.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, one-pot dinner, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, chicken thighs, spinach, Parmesan sauce

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