One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach

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Juicy chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh spinach for an elegant, fuss-free dinner. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, garlic cloves, minced, sun-dried tomatoes, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning. Add to skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over them. Simmer for 2 minutes to reheat and marry flavors before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Creamy Tuscan 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 Tuscan 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 tablespoons olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Tuscan 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 Tuscan 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 Tuscan 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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