When your day has been packed with meetings, deadlines, and “just one more thing,” the last thing you want is a complicated dinner. This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet feels restaurant-worthy — but it’s simple enough for a weeknight win.
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth and scrape up those flavorful browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Let simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Stir until spinach wilts.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer another 3–4 minutes.
Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes — or keep it low-carb with roasted vegetables.
Why This Is Perfect for Business Owners
- One pan (hello, easy cleanup).
- Feels impressive if clients or family drop in unexpectedly.
- Makes great leftovers for the next day’s lunch between networking meetings.