Description
This One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes is all about rich flavors and simplicity. Enjoy a quick yet satisfying dinner with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes all covered in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for those busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil plus 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato oil (from jar)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomato strips in oil
- 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup fresh baby spinach leaves tightly packed
- 6 fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and reserved sun-dried tomato oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken thighs for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate, cover, and keep warm.
- For the Tuscan sauce, cook shallots in the pan until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and sauté for 20-30 seconds, then add sun-dried tomato strips for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping down browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Add spinach and chopped basil until wilted.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over it. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with fresh crusty bread.
Notes
Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast for a leaner option.
Pair with your favorite pasta to soak up the creamy sauce.
This dish can be made in advance and reheated, making it a great meal prep choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
