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Creamy Tuscan Butter Chicken with Spinach

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A rich and comforting creamy Tuscan butter chicken with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner with simple ingredients and a silky sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed recommended)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed (about 120g), washed and roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120ml), preferably low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of dried basil, oregano, rosemary)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs, then season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Chop garlic finely, slice sun-dried tomatoes, and roughly chop spinach. (About 10 minutes prep)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken thighs and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium; add butter to the same pan. When melted, add minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute to release their oils.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and sauce thickens slightly (3-5 minutes). Add more broth if sauce is too thick.
  6. Add chopped spinach in batches, stirring gently until wilted and incorporated into the sauce.
  7. Return chicken thighs to the pan, nestle into the sauce, spoon sauce over top, and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and warm through.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a good sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Add Parmesan cheese off high heat to avoid graininess. Add spinach last to keep sauce vibrant and avoid watery texture. If sauce separates, remove from heat and whisk vigorously to bring it back together. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of broth or cream to loosen sauce.

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Keywords: Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, butter chicken, spinach recipe, easy dinner, weeknight meal, sun-dried tomatoes, comfort food

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