One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken and Spinach
Rich and creamy garlic chicken braised in a luscious sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, all cooked in a single skillet for easy cleanup. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/3 cup, chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts and foams. Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning, then add to skillet. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, cooking for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken and 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 Garlic Chicken and 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 Tuscan Garlic Chicken and 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 Garlic Chicken and 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 Garlic Chicken and Spinach?
Italian one pot 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.
