Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken weaves Italian culinary magic into a skillet-kissed masterpiece of tender chicken embraced by rich, silky sauce. Herb-infused and packed with earthy mushrooms and delicate spinach, you’ll savor each luxurious bite of this Mediterranean-inspired comfort classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Cooking Fats and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet to medium heat, combining olive oil and butter for optimal flavor infusion.
- Place chicken breasts in the hot skillet, searing each side until a rich golden crust develops and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate, reserving the flavorful pan drippings.
- Introduce minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the same skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until mushrooms become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Add fresh spinach leaves, stirring continuously until they wilt and reduce in volume, releasing their vibrant green color.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, incorporating Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, creating a luxurious sauce base.
- Gently simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken and develop a rich, creamy consistency.
- Carefully return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the aromatic sauce.
- Allow the chicken to warm through for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring complete flavor integration.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the dish’s overall taste profile.
- Plate and serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F to ensure safe cooking and avoid foodborne illness.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use fresh spinach instead of frozen for brighter color and crisper texture in the final presentation.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter versions that accommodate dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg