One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach

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Tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with fresh spinach, all cooked in one pot for an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then add to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 cups fresh baby spinach and 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, cooking for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts and the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for another 2 minutes to reheat and meld flavors before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach?

Italian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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