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A close-up of sliced, juicy Tuscan chicken breast smothered in a creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce, illustrating a simple dinner idea.

Easy Lazy Dinners: One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken

The ultimate solution for easy lazy dinners! This One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a restaurant-quality meal made in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want delicious comfort food without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it has melted completely. Add the fresh spinach and stir until it wilts into the sauce, which should only take 1-2 minutes.
  6. Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Spoon some of the creamy sauce over the top. Let it simmer for one more minute to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: For an extra layer of flavor, add a splash of dry white wine after cooking the garlic and let it reduce before adding the chicken broth.
Tip 2: Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken. Cook in two batches if necessary to ensure a beautiful golden-brown crust.
Tip 3: Pounding the chicken to an even thickness is the key to ensuring it cooks quickly and evenly.