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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken has the most amazing creamy garlic sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. This is a restaurant quality meal that’s easy to make at home in just 30 minutes!
Once you have tried this recipe then you also have to try this
Tuscan Chicken Bake
,
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp
, and this
Tuscan Garlic Salmon.
 They are also unforgettable Tuscan Garlic meals your family will be so impressed with!
This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken tastes like it is straight from a restaurant. The first time I made it, I couldn’t even get over how amazing the creamy sauce was! It has such a delicious creamy garlic taste with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. Once you try it, it will be love at first bite! Need something without the cream? Make my
Tuscan Garlic Skillet Chicken
.
Not only does it taste amazing, but this Tuscan Garlic Chicken is so easy to make. I love that it cooks up in one pan making cleanup a breeze. This is a must try recipe that involves no-fuss prep with gourmet looking results. Put this meal at the top of your must make list!
Ingredients in Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Many of these ingredients are basics you will already have in your pantry or refrigerator. They come together so easily to make the BEST Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken I have ever had! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.
Boneless skinless chicken breasts:
Thinly sliced chicken will work best because it will cook evenly and quickly.
Olive oil:Â
This is used to cook the chicken in so that the outside gets golden brown.
Salt:Â
The salt enhances the flavors in the recipe.
Heavy Cream:Â
The slightly sweet and creamy base of the sauce.
Chicken Broth:Â
This adds flavor to the base of the sauce.
Garlic powder:Â
Adds rich bold garlic flavor to the chicken and sauce.
Italian Seasoning:
Â
This is the perfect blend of seasonings that give your sauce unbelievably good flavor. You can even make it at home with
this
easy recipe!
Parmesan Cheese:Â
Use freshly grated cheese from a block if possible for the best consistency in your sauce.
Spinach:
This adds in a beautiful color and flavor (plus it’s healthy!) to the dish.
Sun Dried Tomatoes:Â
The flavor of the sun-dried tomatoes in the cream sauce is amazing!
How to Make Tuscan Chicken
This is a restaurant quality meal that you can quickly and easily put together at home. It is effortless, but so impressive. The taste is
so good
you will be obsessed with this dinner!
Cook the Chicken:
In aÂ
large skillet
 add olive oil and cook the chicken on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side (or until browned) and until no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Make Sauce:
Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.Â
Add Vegetables:
Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.Â
Combine:
Add the chicken back to the pan and serve over pasta if desired.
Tips and Variations
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is one of the best things our family has had. We often serve this over pasta to make it into a delicious meal. You guys are going to love the flavors and versatility of this creamy chicken just as much as we do!
Serve it with Pasta:
You can serve this chicken with so many things! Try
Â
your favorite pasta,
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
or
Air Fryer Cauliflower
Add Veggies: Freshly steamed veggies or a light salad are great sides to add freshness to the meal.Â
Protein:
Swap out the chicken for
salmon
or
shrimp
. The sweet garlic cream sauce will pair perfectly with these meats as well and give you some variety in your proteins.
How to know when the chicken is done:
To ensure your chicken is cooked throughout, look for the juices to run clear. Also, keep in mind chicken must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. So, use a meat thermometer to be sure you have perfectly cooked chicken.
Use Fresh Cheese (From a Block):Â
For the most creamy sauce, be sure you’re using freshly grated parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheeses are coated with preservatives that keep them from melting completely and will result in grainy sauce.
Room Temperature Chicken:
Make sure your creamy tuscan garlic chicken is at room temperature before cooking. It will cook more evenly than if it is still cold. Also, dry it completely and season it with salt as it cooks in the oil coated pan.
Storing Leftovers
We rarely have leftovers of this Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken because my kids lick their plates clean! But if you do, it tastes delicious, maybe even better, the next day!
In the Refrigerator:
Let the chicken cool completely. Within 2 hours of cooking, place the chicken in an
airtight container
and it will last for 3-4 days.
In the Freezer:
You can freeze this after cooking it for a quick and easy freezer meal! Store it in an airtight container and it will last 6 months.
To Reheat:
If frozen, let the chicken thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Once thawed, you can heat up the chicken on the stove over medium heat. You need whisk sauce thoroughly to get the sauce back to its original creamy consistency. Add additional chicken broth or cream if your sauce is breaking.
More Creamy Chicken Recipes
I love creamy chicken because you can easily top it on some pasta or rice to make a delicious and filling meal! Here are some more creamy favorites of mine!
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â–˘
2
tablespoons
olive oil
â–˘
1½
pounds
thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
â–˘
1
cup
heavy cream
â–˘
½
cup
chicken broth
â–˘
1
teaspoon
garlic powder
â–˘
1
teaspoon
italian seasoning
â–˘
½
cup
grated parmesan cheese
â–˘
1
cup
chopped spinach
â–˘
½
cup
drained julienned sun dried tomatoes
In a large skillet over medium high heat, add
2 tablespoons olive oil
. Cook the
1½ pounds thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through to 165 degrees. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
Add
1 cup heavy cream
,
½ cup chicken broth
,
1 teaspoon garlic powder
,
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
, and
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken about 4-5 minutes.
Add the
1 cup chopped spinach
and
½ cup drained julienned sun dried tomatoes
and continue to cook 1-2 minutes until the spinach starts to wilt. Add the chicken back to the pan until heated through and serve over pasta if desired.
Calories:
368
kcal
Carbohydrates:
7
g
Protein:
30
g
Fat:
25
g
Saturated Fat:
12
g
Cholesterol:
133
mg
Sodium:
379
mg
Potassium:
821
mg
Fiber:
1
g
Sugar:
4
g
Vitamin A:
1231
IU
Vitamin C:
8
mg
Calcium:
150
mg
Iron:
2
mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
About Alyssa Rivers
Alyssa Rivers is the author of 'The Tried and True Cookbook', a professional food photographer and experienced recipe-developer. Having a passion for cooking, her tried and true recipes have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Food, Buzzfeed and more.
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# Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken has the most amazing creamy garlic sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. This is a restaurant quality meal that’s easy to make at home in just 30 minutes\!
Once you have tried this recipe then you also have to try this [Tuscan Chicken Bake](https://therecipecritic.com/tuscan-chicken-pasta-bake/), [Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-shrimp/), and this [Tuscan Garlic Salmon.](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-salmon/) They are also unforgettable Tuscan Garlic meals your family will be so impressed with\!


## Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken tastes like it is straight from a restaurant. The first time I made it, I couldn’t even get over how amazing the creamy sauce was! It has such a delicious creamy garlic taste with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. Once you try it, it will be love at first bite! Need something without the cream? Make my [Tuscan Garlic Skillet Chicken](https://therecipecritic.com/tuscan-garlic-skillet-chicken/).
Not only does it taste amazing, but this Tuscan Garlic Chicken is so easy to make. I love that it cooks up in one pan making cleanup a breeze. This is a must try recipe that involves no-fuss prep with gourmet looking results. Put this meal at the top of your must make list\!
## Ingredients in Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Many of these ingredients are basics you will already have in your pantry or refrigerator. They come together so easily to make the BEST Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken I have ever had! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.
- **Boneless skinless chicken breasts:** Thinly sliced chicken will work best because it will cook evenly and quickly.
- **Olive oil:** This is used to cook the chicken in so that the outside gets golden brown.
- **Salt:** The salt enhances the flavors in the recipe.
- **Heavy Cream:** The slightly sweet and creamy base of the sauce.
- **Chicken Broth:** This adds flavor to the base of the sauce.
- **Garlic powder:** Adds rich bold garlic flavor to the chicken and sauce.
- **[Italian Seasoning:](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/)** This is the perfect blend of seasonings that give your sauce unbelievably good flavor. You can even make it at home with [this](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/) easy recipe\!
- **Parmesan Cheese:** Use freshly grated cheese from a block if possible for the best consistency in your sauce.
- **Spinach:** This adds in a beautiful color and flavor (plus it’s healthy!) to the dish.
- **Sun Dried Tomatoes:** The flavor of the sun-dried tomatoes in the cream sauce is amazing\!
## How to Make Tuscan Chicken
This is a restaurant quality meal that you can quickly and easily put together at home. It is effortless, but so impressive. The taste is *so good* you will be obsessed with this dinner\!
1. **Cook the Chicken:** In a [large skillet](https://amzn.to/32kL5qm) add olive oil and cook the chicken on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side (or until browned) and until no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
2. **Make Sauce:** Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
3. **Add Vegetables:** Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
4. **Combine:** Add the chicken back to the pan and serve over pasta if desired.


### Tips and Variations
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is one of the best things our family has had. We often serve this over pasta to make it into a delicious meal. You guys are going to love the flavors and versatility of this creamy chicken just as much as we do\!
- **Serve it with Pasta:** You can serve this chicken with so many things! Try your favorite pasta, [Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes](https://therecipecritic.com/instant-pot-mashed-potatoes/) or [Air Fryer Cauliflower](https://therecipecritic.com/air-fryer-cauliflower/)
- Add Veggies: Freshly steamed veggies or a light salad are great sides to add freshness to the meal.
- **Protein:** Swap out the chicken for [salmon](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-salmon/) or [shrimp](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-shrimp/). The sweet garlic cream sauce will pair perfectly with these meats as well and give you some variety in your proteins.
- **How to know when the chicken is done:** To ensure your chicken is cooked throughout, look for the juices to run clear. Also, keep in mind chicken must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. So, use a meat thermometer to be sure you have perfectly cooked chicken.
- **Use Fresh Cheese (From a Block):** For the most creamy sauce, be sure you’re using freshly grated parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheeses are coated with preservatives that keep them from melting completely and will result in grainy sauce.
- **Room Temperature Chicken:** Make sure your creamy tuscan garlic chicken is at room temperature before cooking. It will cook more evenly than if it is still cold. Also, dry it completely and season it with salt as it cooks in the oil coated pan.


### Storing Leftovers
We rarely have leftovers of this Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken because my kids lick their plates clean! But if you do, it tastes delicious, maybe even better, the next day\!
- **In the Refrigerator:** Let the chicken cool completely. Within 2 hours of cooking, place the chicken in an [airtight container](https://www.target.com/p/rubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids/-/A-51097873#lnk=sametab) and it will last for 3-4 days.
- **In the Freezer:** You can freeze this after cooking it for a quick and easy freezer meal! Store it in an airtight container and it will last 6 months.
- **To Reheat:** If frozen, let the chicken thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Once thawed, you can heat up the chicken on the stove over medium heat. You need whisk sauce thoroughly to get the sauce back to its original creamy consistency. Add additional chicken broth or cream if your sauce is breaking.


## More Creamy Chicken Recipes
I love creamy chicken because you can easily top it on some pasta or rice to make a delicious and filling meal! Here are some more creamy favorites of mine\!
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## Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
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By: [Alyssa Rivers](https://therecipecritic.com/alyssa-rivers/)
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken has the most amazing creamy garlic sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. This meal is a restaurant quality meal ready in 30 minutes\!
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
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### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x
- â–˘
2 tablespoons olive oil
- â–˘
1½ pounds thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- â–˘
1 cup heavy cream
- â–˘
½ cup chicken broth
- â–˘
1 teaspoon garlic powder
- â–˘
1 teaspoon [italian seasoning](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/)
- â–˘
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- â–˘
1 cup chopped spinach
- â–˘
½ cup drained julienned sun dried tomatoes
### Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook the 1½ pounds thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through to 165 degrees. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Add 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon italian seasoning, and ½ cup grated parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the 1 cup chopped spinach and ½ cup drained julienned sun dried tomatoes and continue to cook 1-2 minutes until the spinach starts to wilt. Add the chicken back to the pan until heated through and serve over pasta if desired.
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### Nutrition
Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 379mgPotassium: 821mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1231IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
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### Additional Info
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian American
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1. **Lonnie Mills** says:
[February 26, 2026 at 2:34 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-633854)

As good as it gets. yum\!
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2. **Maria** says:
[January 2, 2026 at 5:10 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-628677)

Still one of my favorite recipes! A go to / staple meal. Delish\!
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3. **Lorraine** says:
[December 6, 2025 at 10:04 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-626392)
Can you use chicken thighs instead & would the amount of chicken needed be the same?
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[December 8, 2025 at 11:01 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-626605)
Yes! Using chicken thighs is a great alternative and it would be the same amount\!
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4. **Janet pappin** says:
[October 26, 2025 at 10:52 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-622237)

Love this recipe always a hit
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5. **chris wells** says:
[October 18, 2025 at 11:43 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-621019)

We just finished eating this- it was fantastic! He cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and served it on rotini pasta. Otherwise no changes- we will definitely add this to our rotation. Really delicious- Thanks\!
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6. **Ann Russell** says:
[August 13, 2025 at 5:39 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-612150)
Hi Alyssa, I live in the Netherlands and we can’t get Heavy Cream (Double Cream in England) Our cook cream is only 20% fat whilst our other cream is 35%. Would I get the same result using the 35%. Or, do you have another alternative for me?
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[August 13, 2025 at 11:27 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-612184)
The 35% will work great\!
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7. **Kimberly Gillenwater** says:
[August 10, 2025 at 12:07 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-611821)

I have made this a number of times and it is wonderful. Sounds complicated possibly but it’s not. All the flavors are just amazing together
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8. **Jalante** says:
[July 31, 2025 at 5:11 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-610492)
This recipe is a staple in our house. At one point my son was requesting every week for about 6 months. I substitute fresh grated garlic and add lemon zest to the sauce. I also saute the linguine in olive oil, sliced garlic, and red pepper flakes to give the pasta some depth.
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9. **Janet Sox** says:
[July 22, 2025 at 9:52 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-608826)
Could this recipe be done in a crockpot?
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[July 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-608841)
Yes, here is the link to my [crockpot tuscan chicken recipe](https://therecipecritic.com/crockpot-tuscan-chicken/)\!
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10. **Rachel Swaney** says:
[March 5, 2025 at 2:46 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-593443)
Are the macros per serving or for the whole dish? Thank you\!
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[March 6, 2025 at 8:17 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-593496)
The macros are per serving! I hope you enjoy\!
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11. **taylor** says:
[March 4, 2025 at 12:27 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-593371)
do you know about how many oz or grams in a serving size?
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[March 5, 2025 at 8:25 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-593423)
I’m sorry Taylor, I don’t. If you have a food scale, you could weigh the entire batch and divide by 6, that would give you the amount of grams or ounces per serving. I hope this helps\!
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12. **Wayne** says:
[February 22, 2025 at 1:10 pm](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-592482)
Made this several times and love it. One question rather than the heavy cream could you use coconut milk.
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1. **Alyssa Rivers** says:
[February 24, 2025 at 8:23 am](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-chicken/comment-page-49/#comment-592617)
Hi Wayne, I think coconut milk or unsweetened cream of coconut would work just fine\!
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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken has the most amazing creamy garlic sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. This is a restaurant quality meal that’s easy to make at home in just 30 minutes\!
Once you have tried this recipe then you also have to try this [Tuscan Chicken Bake](https://therecipecritic.com/tuscan-chicken-pasta-bake/), [Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-shrimp/), and this [Tuscan Garlic Salmon.](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-salmon/) They are also unforgettable Tuscan Garlic meals your family will be so impressed with\!

This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken tastes like it is straight from a restaurant. The first time I made it, I couldn’t even get over how amazing the creamy sauce was! It has such a delicious creamy garlic taste with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. Once you try it, it will be love at first bite! Need something without the cream? Make my [Tuscan Garlic Skillet Chicken](https://therecipecritic.com/tuscan-garlic-skillet-chicken/).
Not only does it taste amazing, but this Tuscan Garlic Chicken is so easy to make. I love that it cooks up in one pan making cleanup a breeze. This is a must try recipe that involves no-fuss prep with gourmet looking results. Put this meal at the top of your must make list\!
## Ingredients in Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Many of these ingredients are basics you will already have in your pantry or refrigerator. They come together so easily to make the BEST Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken I have ever had! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.
- **Boneless skinless chicken breasts:** Thinly sliced chicken will work best because it will cook evenly and quickly.
- **Olive oil:** This is used to cook the chicken in so that the outside gets golden brown.
- **Salt:** The salt enhances the flavors in the recipe.
- **Heavy Cream:** The slightly sweet and creamy base of the sauce.
- **Chicken Broth:** This adds flavor to the base of the sauce.
- **Garlic powder:** Adds rich bold garlic flavor to the chicken and sauce.
- **[Italian Seasoning:](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/)** This is the perfect blend of seasonings that give your sauce unbelievably good flavor. You can even make it at home with [this](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/) easy recipe\!
- **Parmesan Cheese:** Use freshly grated cheese from a block if possible for the best consistency in your sauce.
- **Spinach:** This adds in a beautiful color and flavor (plus it’s healthy!) to the dish.
- **Sun Dried Tomatoes:** The flavor of the sun-dried tomatoes in the cream sauce is amazing\!
## How to Make Tuscan Chicken
This is a restaurant quality meal that you can quickly and easily put together at home. It is effortless, but so impressive. The taste is *so good* you will be obsessed with this dinner\!
1. **Cook the Chicken:** In a [large skillet](https://amzn.to/32kL5qm) add olive oil and cook the chicken on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side (or until browned) and until no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
2. **Make Sauce:** Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
3. **Add Vegetables:** Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
4. **Combine:** Add the chicken back to the pan and serve over pasta if desired.

### Tips and Variations
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is one of the best things our family has had. We often serve this over pasta to make it into a delicious meal. You guys are going to love the flavors and versatility of this creamy chicken just as much as we do\!
- **Serve it with Pasta:** You can serve this chicken with so many things! Try your favorite pasta, [Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes](https://therecipecritic.com/instant-pot-mashed-potatoes/) or [Air Fryer Cauliflower](https://therecipecritic.com/air-fryer-cauliflower/)
- Add Veggies: Freshly steamed veggies or a light salad are great sides to add freshness to the meal.
- **Protein:** Swap out the chicken for [salmon](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-salmon/) or [shrimp](https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-tuscan-garlic-shrimp/). The sweet garlic cream sauce will pair perfectly with these meats as well and give you some variety in your proteins.
- **How to know when the chicken is done:** To ensure your chicken is cooked throughout, look for the juices to run clear. Also, keep in mind chicken must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. So, use a meat thermometer to be sure you have perfectly cooked chicken.
- **Use Fresh Cheese (From a Block):** For the most creamy sauce, be sure you’re using freshly grated parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheeses are coated with preservatives that keep them from melting completely and will result in grainy sauce.
- **Room Temperature Chicken:** Make sure your creamy tuscan garlic chicken is at room temperature before cooking. It will cook more evenly than if it is still cold. Also, dry it completely and season it with salt as it cooks in the oil coated pan.

### Storing Leftovers
We rarely have leftovers of this Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken because my kids lick their plates clean! But if you do, it tastes delicious, maybe even better, the next day\!
- **In the Refrigerator:** Let the chicken cool completely. Within 2 hours of cooking, place the chicken in an [airtight container](https://www.target.com/p/rubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids/-/A-51097873#lnk=sametab) and it will last for 3-4 days.
- **In the Freezer:** You can freeze this after cooking it for a quick and easy freezer meal! Store it in an airtight container and it will last 6 months.
- **To Reheat:** If frozen, let the chicken thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Once thawed, you can heat up the chicken on the stove over medium heat. You need whisk sauce thoroughly to get the sauce back to its original creamy consistency. Add additional chicken broth or cream if your sauce is breaking.

## More Creamy Chicken Recipes
I love creamy chicken because you can easily top it on some pasta or rice to make a delicious and filling meal! Here are some more creamy favorites of mine\!
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1½ pounds thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon [italian seasoning](https://therecipecritic.com/italian-seasoning/)
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 cup chopped spinach
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½ cup drained julienned sun dried tomatoes
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook the 1½ pounds thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through to 165 degrees. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Add 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon italian seasoning, and ½ cup grated parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the 1 cup chopped spinach and ½ cup drained julienned sun dried tomatoes and continue to cook 1-2 minutes until the spinach starts to wilt. Add the chicken back to the pan until heated through and serve over pasta if desired.
Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 379mgPotassium: 821mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1231IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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