Description
Cheesy Tuscan Chicken Sun is a delightful dish that brings the taste of Italy to your dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce, complemented by vibrant spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal. With its rich flavors and stunning presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Stir in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking until spinach wilts (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, sprinkle Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth and bubbling (3-5 minutes).
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 155mg