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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Chicken with Wilted Spinach and Holiday Herbs

A rich and creamy chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and wilted spinach, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained and chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté sun-dried tomatoes and garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over chicken, and sprinkle with fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Serve with crusty bread or over pasta to soak up the sauce.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Fat: 42g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Protein: 42g