Print

Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Basil and Cream Sauce

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This Creamy Tuscan Chicken combines tender chicken breasts with a velvety basil cream sauce, creating a comforting dish that transports you to Italy. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s quick to prepare and bursting with fresh flavors.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (about 2 ounces)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
  • 1 unit lemon (zest of)
  • lemon wedges (for serving (optional))

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning on both sides. This should take about 2 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until the butter foams and turns slightly brown, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 75°C.
  4. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the tomatoes are soft.
  5. Add 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves and 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the skillet. Stir until the spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  7. Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (optional), and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Let the mixture rest for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. Plate the Creamy Tuscan Chicken, sprinkle with lemon zest, and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://miaskocht.de/creamy-tuscan-chicken-with-basil-and-cream-sauce/