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Baked Tuscan Chicken Breasts

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Chicken Recipes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Juicy baked chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Italian herbs for a rich and flavorful Tuscan-style dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown (they do not need to be fully cooked through). Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in the spinach until just wilted.
  7. Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. Garnish with chopped basil before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version, but the sauce will be thinner.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg