One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh spinach for a comforting Italian-inspired dinner. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, salt, ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and scrape the browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 3 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Add 3 cups fresh spinach leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and heat through for 2 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes 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 and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?

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 Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?

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 and Sun-Dried Tomatoes 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 and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?

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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