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Tuscan garlic butter chicken recipe skillet made easy!

tuscan garlic butter chicken recipe skillet
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A delicious and easy Tuscan garlic butter chicken recipe made in a skillet, featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
  3. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  5. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  6. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, then bring to a simmer.
  7. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with additional sun-dried tomatoes if desired.

Notes

  • For a lower calorie option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers.
  • This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.

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