Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe (Easy One-Skillet Dinner)

Looking for a quick, restaurant-quality dinner that’s packed with flavor? This Creamy Tuscan Chicken is one of the best weeknight chicken recipes you’ll ever try. It features juicy pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious garlic-parmesan cream sauce, bursting with tender spinach and blistered cherry tomatoes. Whether you're cooking for family or hosting a date night at home, this Tuscan-inspired chicken is guaranteed to impress.

Ready in just 40 minutes and made in a single skillet, this creamy garlic chicken delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that dreamy Tuscan cream sauce!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One-pan magic – Easy to cook and even easier to clean up
  
• Ultra creamy garlic-parmesan sauce – Rich, cheesy, and deeply satisfying
  
• Wholesome ingredients – Fresh tomatoes, spinach, and lean chicken
  
• Weeknight or weekend-worthy – Simple enough for a weeknight, special enough for guests
  
• Versatile – Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

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Category

Dinner

Cuisine

Italian

Servings

4

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Calories

593

Creamy Tuscan Chicken is an Italian-inspired dinner made with seared chicken breasts in a garlic cream sauce enriched with parmesan, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach. The rich flavors of butter, oregano, and garlic balance beautifully with the brightness of lemon and fresh vegetables. This dish is ideal for weeknight dinners, romantic meals at home, or when you want something comforting yet elegant.

Author:

Guiseppe

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• 4 Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless)

• Kosher salt, to taste

• Black Pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp Oregano (dried)

• 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter

• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)

• 1½ cups Cherry Tomatoes (halved)

• 3 cups Baby Spinach

• ½ cup Heavy Cream

• ¼ cup Parmesan (freshly grated)

• Lemon wedges, for serving

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Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Sear for about 8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Transfer chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
2. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Stir in cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the tomatoes start to burst, about 3–4 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the grated parmesan. Simmer gently until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
5. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5–7 minutes, spooning the sauce over the top. Serve warm with lemon wedges.

Recipe Note

Serving Suggestions

This creamy Tuscan chicken pairs beautifully with:

• Pasta – Fettuccine or penne are great choices
  
• Garlic mashed potatoes – For extra comfort
  
• Steamed rice or risotto – To soak up the sauce
  
• Crusty bread – Don’t let any sauce go to waste!
  

Chef Tips

• Chicken substitute: Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier, richer option.
  
• Make it low-carb: Serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
  
• Add depth: Stir in a spoonful of sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  
• Use freshly grated Parmesan: It melts better and tastes superior to pre-shredded varieties.
  

Storage & Reheating

• To Store: Let the dish cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  
• To Freeze: You can freeze the sauce separately for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
  
• To Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or milk to loosen the sauce if needed.
  

Nutrition

Nutrition

Serving Size

1 serving

per serving

Calories

593

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs

7 grams

3%

Protein

49 grams

98%

Fat

39 grams

50%