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One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken

An elegant Mediterranean chicken dish with a velvety garlic-infused sauce enriched with Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are of even thickness for perfect cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • Salt and pepper To taste
For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter Unsalted preferred.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low-sodium if possible.
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed or rehydrated in warm water.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley For garnish, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, melt the butter, scraping up any brown bits left from the chicken.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and thyme.
  5. Allow the mixture to cook gently while you stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into a creamy, luxurious sauce.
  6. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce generously over each piece.
  7. Let it simmer together for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors meld and the chicken absorbs the creamy Tuscan essence.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and chopped fresh basil or parsley.
  2. This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

Tips: Add spinach for extra color and nutrients. Replace heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some spice. Mix in cream cheese or mascarpone for a thicker sauce.