Description
Creamy Tuscan ‘Marry Me’ Chicken is a dreamy dish that transforms tender chicken into a savory sensation. Bathed in a rich sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and garlic, this recipe is perfect for cozy weeknights or special occasions. It’s quick to prepare and guarantees smiles all around, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or romantic evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep ingredients: mince garlic and chop sun-dried tomatoes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (6-8 minutes per side).
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower heat, then mix in cream cheese, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Stir until combined (3-4 minutes).
- Add spinach and Parmesan cheese; stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg