Tuscan Chicken Simmer – Creamy Garlic Parmesan
Tuscan Chicken Simmer features tender chicken in creamy sauce.Garlic and Parmesan create rich, savory depth.Sun-dried tomatoes add sweetness and color.Fresh spinach balances the richness.Perfect for pasta, rice, or bread.An easy yet elegant Italian-inspired dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken on both sides until golden (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Simmer for 10–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Serve warm with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Do not boil the sauce — simmer gently.
- Adjust thickness with extra broth if needed.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil add extra richness.
- Add mushrooms for extra texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before plating.