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Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and White Beans

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce with spinach and white beans. Perfect for cozy dinners and made with simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 4 cups baby spinach (about 120 g), fresh and washed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) white beans, drained and rinsed (cannellini or great northern beans)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Let rest while preparing other ingredients. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Once hot, add chicken breasts. Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside. (10 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Stir frequently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. (2 minutes)
  4. Pour in chicken broth and add drained white beans. Stir and simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to reduce broth slightly and soften beans. (4 minutes)
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. (3 minutes)
  6. Add baby spinach and stir until wilted and incorporated into the sauce. (2 minutes)
  7. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer together for 3-4 minutes to absorb flavors and thicken sauce. (4 minutes)
  8. Give the sauce a final stir, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot. (1 minute)

Notes

Pat chicken dry before searing for a golden crust. Use medium-high heat to avoid steaming chicken. Simmer sauce gently on low heat to prevent curdling. If sauce thickens too much when reheating leftovers, add a splash of broth or water. Fresh garlic is preferred over jarred for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken recipe, spinach chicken, white beans, easy chicken dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food

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