Baked Tuscan Chicken Breasts Recipe
This Baked Tuscan Chicken Breasts recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken breasts, a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, and flavorful herbs. Perfect for a comforting dinner that’s easy to make but looks and tastes impressive.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Heat a skillet, sear chicken on both sides until golden but not cooked through. Set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter. Add tomatoes, cook until softened. Stir in cream and Parmesan, then add spinach.
- Bake: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over it. Bake for 18–22 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- Substitute boneless thighs if preferred, adjusting cook time slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
