If you’ve ever indulged in Tuscan-inspired cuisine, you know that the magic lies in a silky garlic cream sauce studded with sun-dried tomatoes and wilted greens. This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken brings that restaurant-style elegance to your home kitchen. I first discovered this combination while dining at a vineyard bistro in Tuscany’s rolling hills, and have since perfected the balance of flavors: rich cream, pungent garlic, umami-packed tomatoes, and bright spinach. The chicken sears to golden perfection, then simmers in the luscious sauce until tender. Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop.

Why It’s Irresistible

• Deep garlic flavor: Multiple cloves of garlic infuse both oil and cream for a punchy backbone.

• Creamy richness: Heavy cream and Parmesan meld into an indulgent, velvety sauce.

• Color and texture: Sun-dried tomatoes and spinach add vibrant color and slight chew to each bite.

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• Salt and pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

• 2 cups baby spinach

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Preparation

1. Sear chicken: Season breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high, heat oil. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden; transfer to a plate.

2. Build sauce base: Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic to the pan; cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.

3. Simmer sauce: Pour in broth and cream; bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.

4. Finish chicken and greens: Return chicken to skillet. Add spinach around breasts; cover and cook 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and spinach has wilted.

5. Serve: Plate chicken and spoon sauce over top. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Pair this dish with garlic mashed potatoes or fettuccine for a hearty meal, or lighten it up with steamed broccoli or asparagus. The creamy Tuscan sauce makes every forkful feel indulgent, yet the dish remains approachable enough for weeknight cooking.