Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet

Ingredients:

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, sliced
– Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions:

1. **Season the Chicken:**
– Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.

2. **Cook the Chicken:**
– In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. **Prepare the Sauce:**
– In the same skillet, add the butter and garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
– Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.

4. **Make it Creamy:**
– Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
– Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.

5. **Add Vegetables:**
– Add the fresh spinach and roasted red bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until the spinach is wilted.

6. **Combine and Serve:**
– Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Let everything simmer together for another 2-3 minutes.
– Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

7. **Serving Suggestions:**
– Serve the creamy Tuscan chicken over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Enjoy your flavorful and creamy chicken skillet!