Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– ½ cup heavy cream (optional for a richer sauce)
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
To create this incredible Chicken with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes dish, follow these straightforward steps:
1. Prep Chicken: Begin by trimming any excess fat from the chicken breasts. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 6-7 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
4. Remove Chicken: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
5. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add Spinach and Tomatoes: Add the chopped spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Create a Sauce: If desired, pour in the heavy cream. Stir well, letting the mixture bubble for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
8. Return Chicken: Place the chicken back into the skillet, allowing it to soak up some of the flavors from the sauce for a minute.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat, and if desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor.
10. Serve: Serve hot alongside your favorite side dishes or on its own, soaking up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 36g