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Creamy Tuscan Chicken One-Pan, Easy & Flavour-Packed Dinner

This creamy Tuscan chicken is a one-pan dinner packed with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach—ready in just 30 minutes!

Looking for a simple yet indulgent one-pan dinner? This creamy Tuscan chicken brings together juicy pan-seared chicken, a garlic parmesan cream sauce, and tender spinach—all in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights, date nights, or when you’re craving something cosy and flavorful.

Servings: 2 - Prep: 10 min - Cook: 20 min - Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 250g chicken breast

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

  • ½ small onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 15g sun-dried tomato paste or 50g sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced

  • 150ml chicken stock

  • ⅓ cup double cream (or heavy cream)

  • 10g grated parmesan

  • 80g baby spinach

Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken

Cut the chicken breast in half to create thinner fillets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of garlic powder.

2. Sear the Chicken

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side, until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. Sauté the Aromatics

In the same pan, add the diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until soft. Add a touch more oil if the pan looks dry.

4. Build the Flavour

Stir in the minced garlic, sun-dried tomato paste or sliced sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Make the Creamy Sauce

Pour in the chicken stock, then add the double cream and grated parmesan. Stir well to combine and let it gently simmer.

6. Finish the Dish

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Return the chicken (and any juices) to the pan and simmer for 3–4 more minutes to cook through.

7. Add Spinach

Add the spinach and stir until just wilted—about 1 minute. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Tips for the Best Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Use Chicken Thighs for Extra Flavour

Prefer a richer bite? Swap chicken breast for boneless, skinless thighs—they stay juicier and are more forgiving.

Don’t Skip the Sear

Getting a nice golden crust on the chicken adds depth of flavour and keeps the meat tender.

Sun-Dried Tomato Options

Tomato paste gives a deeper, smoother flavour, while the sliced version adds texture. Either works—choose what you have on hand.

Lighten It Up

Swap double cream with half-and-half or a splash of milk to make a lighter version of the sauce.

Make It a Meal

Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes—or keep it low-carb with cauliflower mash or sautéed greens.

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