One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Chicken thighs simmered in a rich, herby sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach for a comforting, low-carb meal. This mediterranean-inspired one pot (low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, finely diced shallot 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1, finely diced shallot
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 oz, packed in oil, drained sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp coarse salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Step 2: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 1 diced shallot and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 oz drained sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 2 cups fresh spinach. Simmer for 3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Step 4: Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the sauce. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 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 skin-on chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with 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 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.
Is One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★☆☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
