Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)

Instructions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, place the chicken in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken and tent with foil to keep warm.
3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping up browned bits from the skillet.
5. Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Add fresh spinach and basil to the sauce and stir until spinach wilts.
7. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
8. Serve immediately, drizzled with additional sauce and garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.

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