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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken: 1 Glorious Italian Dinner

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken (Better Than Italian Restaurant)
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This creamy Tuscan garlic chicken recipe offers a restaurant-quality Italian dinner that’s surprisingly simple to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using).
  7. Return chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the sauce.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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