Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe (VIDEO)

This creamy Tuscan Chicken pairs chicken breasts with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all in an irresistible savory, cheesy cream sauce. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is.

If you love one-pan chicken recipes like Chicken Madeira or Chicken Marsala, this Tuscan Chicken Recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

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Easy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

We’re always looking for winning Chicken Breast Recipes and easy dinner ideas, and this recipe for Tuscan Chicken is definitely one of those dishes you’ll find yourself making again and again.

The chicken breasts are tender and juicy, mushrooms add earthy flavor, and sun-dried tomatoes give the dish some Tuscan flair—and it’s all tossed with a creamy Parmesan sauce. It’s a restaurant-worthy dish you can make at home for a fraction of the cost. Here’s why you will love this recipe:

• Simple – it’s an easy recipe for busy weeknights.
• Mouthwatering – The chicken is juicy and tender.
• Irresistible Sauce – It has a creamy, cheesy sauce that you’ll want to eat with a spoon.
• Versatile – You can pair it with so many different sides and salads.

We love easy chicken recipes from Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta to Chicken Lasagna. If you feel the same, then this Tuscan Chicken is a must-try.

Tuscan Chicken Video Tutorial

Watch Natasha make Tuscan Chicken, then grab the ingredients below and give it a try for yourself. P.S. Here’s the Splatter Guard for sauteeing that I showed you in the video.

Ingredients

Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.

• Chicken breasts – You’ll need two large chicken breasts; about 1 1/2 pounds total. 
• Salt – we use fine sea salt, but you can substitute and add it to taste
• Black pepper – Freshly cracked pepper is always best
• Garlic powder – dried garlic is perfect to season chicken so it doesn’t burn on the skillet
• Olive oil and Butter – this combination prevents the butter from burning
• Mushrooms – Use brown or white mushrooms
• Sun-dried tomatoes  – buy them packed in oil for more flavor
• Green onion – chop the light and dark green parts. You can also use chives
• Garlic – fresh minced garlic will give your sauce the best flavor
• Heavy whipping cream – or sub with regular whipping cream
• Parmesan cheese – Freshly shredded off the block is best, as it will melt into the sauce more smoothly
• Baby spinach – Or, try adding baby arugula if you prefer. It has a peppery flavor that complements the other flavors in this dish.

Pro Tip: When cooking with acidic ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, it’s important to use a non-reactive skillet. Avoid cast iron, aluminum, or copper, which reacts with acidic ingredients and can curdle the sauce. A ceramic, enamel-coated, or stainless steel skillet are all good options for this recipe.

How to Make Tuscan Chicken

Once you’ve gathered your ingredients, it’s time to get cooking! Here’s what you’ll need to do.

1. Cook the Chicken – Melt a tablespoon of butter and a tablespoon of olive oil in a non-reactive skillet set over medium heat. Season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper; cook the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF on an instant-read thermometer. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board.
2. Cook the Vegetables – Return the pan to medium heat and add another tablespoon of oil, along with the mushrooms. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the mushrooms are golden and the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and cook for another minute, or until fragrant.
3. Make the Cream Sauce – Stir the cream into the mushroom mixture, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese over the top. Bring to a light boil, stirring frequently, then reduce to a simmer. Let the sauce simmer for about 2 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4. Finish the Dish – Stir in the spinach until it wilts, then add the chicken back to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then remove the pan from the heat and garnish with chives, if desired.

Pro Tip: Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken to make sure it’s safe to eat, but not over-cooked either. It should reach 165ºF, but not go much higher than this. Chicken that is cooked too long will be tough.

Common Questions

Serving Suggestions

We love to chop the cooked chicken before returning it to the skillet; this way, it will soak up the tomato Alfredo sauce. Serve this as a main dish paired with:

How to Store and Reheat

While this recipe is best eaten the day it’s made, you’ll also be able to enjoy leftovers.

• To Refrigerate: Store Tuscan Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Tuscan Chicken can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
• To Reheat: If you’ve frozen the chicken, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat it in the microwave or in a skillet set over medium heat, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF.

This creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe is sure to become one of your go-to weeknight meals.

More Chicken Recipes to Try

If you love this Tuscan Chicken, then you won’t want to miss these chicken recipes:

Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Pair this Tuscan Chicken with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for an easy weeknight dinner the entire family will love!

Author: Natasha Kravchuk

Skill Level:

Easy/Medium

Cost to Make:

$12-$16

Keyword:

creamy tuscan chicken, tuscan chicken recipe

Cuisine:

Italian

Course:

Main Course

Calories: 520

Servings: 4 servings

• 2
  large chicken breasts, halved (1 1/2 lbs)
• 1
  tsp
  fine sea salt, divided, plus more to taste
• 1/2
  tsp
  freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 1/2
  tsp
  garlic powder
• 2
  Tbsp
  light olive oil, divided
• 1
  Tbsp
  unsalted butter
• 8
  oz
  brown mushrooms, thickly sliced
• 1/4
  cup
  sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
• 1/4
  cup
  green onion, green parts, chopped
• 3
  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2
  cups
  heavy whipping cream
• 1/2
  cup
  parmesan cheese, finely shredded
• 2
  cups
  fresh baby spinach

1. In a large non-reactive skillet over medium heat and melt in 1 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Season chicken all over with about 1/2 salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Add chicken to the hot skillet and sauté 3-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through to a safe internal temperature of 165 ̊F on an instant-read thermometer.

2. Remove chicken from the pan and transfer to a cutting board to cool then slice chicken if desired.

3. In the same pan over medium heat, add 1 Tbsp oil and sliced mushrooms, and sauté 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly golden and excess liquid has evaporated. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, green onion, minced garlic 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté another 1 minute or until garlic is fragrant.

4. Stir in cream and sprinkle 1/2 cup parmesan cheese over the top. Bring to a light boil, stirring frequently then reduce heat and simmer (2 minutes) until sauce is slightly thickened. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.

5. Add spinach and stir just until wilted. Add chicken back to the pan, and spoon warm sauce over it then remove from heat. Garnish with chives if desired.

Important: use a stainless steel skillet or non-reactive skillet. Avoid cast iron or copper which reads with acidic ingredients and can curdle the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 520
Calories from Fat 405

% Daily Value*

Fat 45g69%

Saturated Fat 24g150%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 3g

Monounsaturated Fat 15g

Cholesterol 146mg49%

Sodium 317mg14%

Potassium 827mg24%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 23g46%

Vitamin A 2901IU58%

Vitamin C 10mg12%

Calcium 244mg24%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.