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Baked Tuscan Chicken

Richly flavored, deeply comforting, and effortlessly elegant, Baked Tuscan Chicken is a one-pan dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. A perfect balance of rustic Italian flavors, this recipe is simple to prepare yet impressive enough for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or plant-based alternative)
  • ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach (optional)
  • Fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add butter to the skillet, then sauté onions until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in chicken stock, scraping up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature).
  8. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve hot over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat to maintain sauce texture.

  • Author: Camilia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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