Description
Creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the rich flavors of Italian cuisine to your dinner table. With juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and fresh spinach, this recipe is both comforting and satisfying. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, it requires minimal cleanup as everything cooks in one pan. In just about 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a hearty meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. Serve it over pasta or alongside your favorite sides for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 10 oz white mushrooms (sliced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach (chopped)
- 2 oz cream cheese (softened)
- Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Pound the chicken breasts for even thickness and season with paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic, crushed red pepper, sea salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in a greased baking pan and add mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes around it.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth and cornstarch until dissolved; then mix in heavy cream, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and parmesan until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake for 17–20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in chopped spinach before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different cheeses like mozzarella or goat cheese. Customize spice levels by adjusting crushed red pepper according to preference. Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.