1Season Chicken Cutlets
Season chicken cutlets on both sides with Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Tuscan Garlic Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Sauce
Golden pan seared chicken breast cutlets simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce loaded with tangy sun dried tomatoes, baby spinach, and aged parmesan.
Quick Answer • Test Kitchen Standard
- Season Chicken Cutlets: Season chicken cutlets on both sides with Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Sear in Tomato Oil: Heat two tablespoons of the reserved sun dried tomato oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. Sear chicken cutlets for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and center registers 160°F. Transfer chicken to a clean plate.
- Saute Aromatics and Tomatoes: Lower skillet heat to medium. Add sliced sun dried tomatoes and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Wondering how to make an elegant, restaurant quality Italian dinner in one skillet in less than thirty minutes? You have come to the right place. This Tuscan garlic chicken unites golden seared cutlets with a velvety sun dried tomato and spinach cream sauce.
Chickeeen At A Glance: Tuscan Garlic Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Sauce
- Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins
- Ideal Pull Temp: 165°F (74°C) internal doneness for seared chicken cutlets
- Elena’s Golden Rule: Sear chicken cutlets in the oil drained from the sun dried tomato jar; it is packed with intense savory herbs and tomato flavor.
- Master Chart: Compare cooking times and pull temperatures on our Master Chicken Cooking Times Chart
Sun Dried Tomato Acidity Balances Heavy Cream Emulsion
Rich dairy cream sauces can taste cloying if they lack acidity. Sun dried tomatoes contain concentrated malic and citric acids and natural glutamates. Simmering them alongside fresh garlic and heavy cream cuts through dairy richness, providing bright, savory balance. The natural pectin in the dried tomatoes helps stabilize the heavy cream, keeping the sauce velvety and preventing separation.
Tuscan Garlic Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Sauce Ingredients Spotlight
Here is what you need to make this recipe for tuscan garlic chicken in creamy sun dried tomato spinach sauce:
Thin Chicken Cutlets: Sear golden in minutes while keeping interior meat succulent and juicy.
Sun Dried Tomatoes in Oil: Packed with sweet, tangy acidity and savory herbs that flavor the sauce.
Heavy Cream and Bone Broth: Simmers into a luxurious, velvety sauce that blankets the chicken.
Fresh Baby Spinach and Parmesan: Vibrant greens add freshness while sharp aged cheese enriches the sauce.
What to Serve With Tuscan Garlic Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Sauce
Serve over al dente fettuccine pasta, creamy mashed potatoes, or alongside warm crusty garlic bread to soak up the sauce.
How to Store and Reheat Tuscan Garlic Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Sauce
Store leftover Tuscan chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Warm gently in a skillet over medium low heat with a splash of milk or chicken broth to maintain sauce creaminess.
The Technique
Mastering Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes comes down to precise temperature control and key technique cues.
2Sear in Tomato Oil
Heat two tablespoons of the reserved sun dried tomato oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. Sear chicken cutlets for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and center registers 160°F. Transfer chicken to a clean plate.
3Saute Aromatics and Tomatoes
Lower skillet heat to medium. Add sliced sun dried tomatoes and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
4Simmer Cream Sauce
Pour in chicken bone broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the pan floor. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted.
5Wilt Spinach and Return Chicken
Add baby spinach to the bubbling sauce, stirring for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Return cooked chicken cutlets and resting juices to the skillet, spooning luscious sauce over the meat. Simmer 1 minute until piping hot (165°F) and serve.
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Safety & Juiciness
Safe Pull Temp
165°F White / 175°F Dark
Exact target internal pull temperatures by cut to lock in maximum moisture.
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Moisture Lock
Resting Time Formula
5 to 15 Minutes
Retain up to 40% more natural juices with proper carryover heat resting.
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Deep Flavor
Salt Ratio & Timing
1% by Total Weight
Dry brining science and salt penetration window for deeply seasoned poultry.
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Maximum Crunch
Crispy Skin Science
Surface Dehydration
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Practical notes
Substitutions
Boneless chicken thighs can replace breasts. Baby kale can substitute for spinach.
Storage
Store leftover Tuscan chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Make ahead
Sauce can be made 2 days ahead without the spinach. Add spinach only when reheating to serve.
Reheating
Warm gently in a skillet over medium low heat with a splash of milk or chicken broth to maintain sauce creaminess.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
380
Protein
32g
Fat
26g
Carbs
1g
Sodium
620mg
Sugar
0g
Calculated by Nutrifox · estimates only · varies by brand
Frequently asked
Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes, your questions.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts for this recipe?
Thighs work but change the texture, they are fattier and do not pound as flat. If using thighs, cut them butterflied rather than pounding. The sauce technique is the same; adjust cook time to 30 minutes.
What makes Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes worth making?
Golden pan seared chicken breast cutlets simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce loaded with tangy sun dried tomatoes, baby spinach, and aged parmesan.
How long does Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes take to make?
Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes takes 35 minutes total: 10 min prep and 25 min cook time.
What equipment do you need for Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes?
You will need: Large stainless skillet, Tongs, Measuring cup.
What is the key technique for Tuscan Garlic Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes?
**Wilt Spinach and Return Chicken**: Add baby spinach to the bubbling sauce, stirring for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Return cooked chicken cutlets and resting juices to the skillet, spooning luscious sauce over the meat. Simmer 1 minute until piping hot (165°F) and serve.
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