This easy Tuscan chicken recipe is one of my all-time favorites. It’s quick to make and super rich and creamy. Made with juicy cherry tomatoes and wilty spinach, it’s super fresh tasting, too! I love it with pasta!
This easy Tuscan chicken is rich with chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. The sauce is super creamy, and the spinach and tomatoes add delicious freshness. It’s simple to make in one pan and ready in just 30 minutes!
What’s in This Easy Tuscan Chicken Recipe?
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are my preferred choice for this dish, but thighs will also work.
- Oregano: Adds classic Italian flavor to this dish.
- Butter: Adds richness and creaminess.
- Chicken Broth: Adds moisture and savory flavor to the dish.
- Flour: All-purpose flour helps thicken the sauce.
- Onion + Garlic: Enhance the savory flavor of this dish.
- Spinach: Adds a sweet and earthy flavor to the dish.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Add freshness and acidity.
- Lemon Juice: Enhances the freshness of the dish.
- Heavy Cream: Makes the sauce rich and creamy.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds salty and umami flavor to the dish.
Note: This recipe is one of those few exceptions on our site that has more than 10 ingredients. We try to keep things VERY easy around here, and limiting ingredients and time spent is one of our favorite ways. That being said, this recipe is too delicious to leave out of our recipe box! It’s an exception that is so flavorful and worth the extra ingredients if you have the time and resources to make it.
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How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover easy Tuscan chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave in 30-second increments until warmed through.
Notes and Tips
- Be sure to whisk your flour continuously to keep your sauce thick.
- Adding lemon juice with the spinach not only enhances the flavor, but it also helps your body absorb the iron in the spinach.
- Use juice from a fresh lemon instead of using lemon juice from a bottle.
- You can serve this dish over white rice or different types of pasta, such as spaghetti or penne.
Top Reader Review
“We loved this recipe so much that it will be part of our monthly repertoire!!! I cut the chicken breasts into chunks to cook faster and make it easier to eat. It is easy to make and extremely tasty. I served it over rice but next time will try pasta.” -Susan
Easy Tuscan Chicken Recipe
This easy Tuscan chicken recipe is super rich and creamy. Made in one pan in just 30 minutes with plenty of spinach and tomatoes.
Prep:10minutes
Cook:20minutes
Total Time
:30minutes
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Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts then season with salt,pepper,and oregano. Cook the chicken for 8 minutes per side.
1 tablespoon olive oil,4 boneless,skinless chicken breasts,½ teaspoon kosher sea salt,¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper,1 teaspoon dried oregano
Once the chicken is cooked,remove it from the skillet and set aside.
Add the butter and chicken broth to the skillet,and cook over medium heat until the butter is melted. Whisk in the flour. The sauce will begin to thicken.
4 tablespoons butter,2 cups chicken broth,2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Add the onion and garlic,and cook for 1 minute. Then add the spinach,cherry tomatoes,and lemon juice,and cook for 1 more minute while the spinach begins to wilt.
1 medium yellow onion,1 teaspoon garlic,3 cups baby spinach,9 ounces cherry tomatoes,1 teaspoon lemon juice
Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
½ cup heavy cream,½ cup parmesan cheese shredded
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and reduce the temperature to low. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 160℉. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving,and the temp will rise to 165℉.
Serve over pasta,rice,or by itself!
Notes
Storage:Store Tuscan chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days,or freeze for 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Tuscan Chicken Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories456
Calories from Fat 306
% Daily Value*
Fat34g52%
Saturated Fat 18g113%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol187mg62%
Sodium867mg38%
Potassium687mg20%
Carbohydrates9g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein29g58%
Vitamin A3345IU67%
Vitamin C30mg36%
Calcium227mg23%
Iron3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
How to Make Tuscan Chicken Step by Step
Cook the Chicken:Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 boneless,skinless chicken breasts then season with ½ teaspoon of salt,¼ teaspoon of pepper,and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Cook the chicken for 8 minutes per side. Once the chicken is cooked,remove from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce:Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 cups of chicken broth to the skillet,and cook over medium heat until the butter is melted. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. The sauce will begin to thicken. Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic,and cook for 1 minute. Then add 3 cups of baby spinach,9 ounces of cherry tomatoes,and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice,and cook 1 more minute while the spinach begins to wilt.
Add the Dairy:Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of parmesan cheese.
Simmer and Serve:Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and reduce the temperature to low. Simmer for 15 minutes. Serve over pasta,rice,or by itself!
