Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms
Creamy Tuscan chicken with spinach and mushrooms is a comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your dinner table. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich, garlicky cream sauce that’s infused with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a delightful culinary experience that pairs beautifully with pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear chicken in the hot skillet until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined. Incorporate spinach until wilted.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for about 5 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve immediately over pasta or rice, drizzling extra sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg