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Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Chicken Recipe Easy One-Pan Meal

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring crispy seared chicken breast in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.

Ingredients

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  • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (6–8 ounces / 170–225 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
  • 1 handful fresh baby spinach (about 1 cup / 30 grams)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (80 ml)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or blend of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. When butter melts and foams, add chicken breast.
  3. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving it to develop a golden crust. Flip and cook another 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for about 1 minute to warm through.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add a splash more broth if sauce is too thick.
  8. Add fresh spinach leaves and stir until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Return chicken to the pan, nestle into the sauce, spoon sauce over the top, and warm together for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Serve chicken on a plate, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for a crispy sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use butter and olive oil together for flavor and heat control. Simmer sauce gently to avoid curdling. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better. Add spinach last to keep color and texture. For a crispier crust, broil chicken 1-2 minutes after cooking, watching closely. If sauce thickens too much, loosen with broth or cream.

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