Creamy Tuscan Chicken

 A quick and elegant 30-minute dinner that never disappoints! Creamy Tuscan Chicken brings together tender golden chicken, juicy tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and a velvety parmesan sauce that tastes absolutely luxurious. Serve it with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or toasted bread to soak up every drop of that delicious sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Course: Main Course

Servings: 4

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Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced horizontally to make 4 thin pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes

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For the Tuscan Sauce

• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp softened cream cheese
• ½–¾ cup grated parmesan (adjust to taste)
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 1 handful spinach, chopped

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Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Coat the chicken evenly with the marinade.
2. Heat a little olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken and sear for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken cook through completely (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
5. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside — do not wipe the pan because the leftover bits add flavor to the sauce.

   2. Make the Tuscan Sauce

   1. In the same skillet, add the lemon juice and butter. Scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom — this boosts the flavor.
   2. Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
      • If you want onions, add them now and sauté until translucent.
   3. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Mix well and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
   4. Add cream cheese and parmesan. Whisk until the sauce becomes creamy and thick.
   5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
   6. Stir in the chopped basil, parsley, and spinach. Cook for another minute until the greens wilt.

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   3. Combine & Serve

   • Add the cooked chicken back into the pan and spoon the sauce over it.
   • Simmer for 1 more minute so the flavors come together.
   • Serve hot with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or toasted bread.

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   Variations You Can Try

   • Sun-dried tomatoes: Add them along with or instead of fresh tomatoes. You can even sear the chicken in the oil from the jar for extra flavor.
   • Onions: Add diced onions before the garlic for added sweetness.
   • Tuscan Chicken Pasta: Slice the chicken, make extra sauce, and toss it together with cooked pasta.

     
     

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