Description

This One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes offers a delightful blend of flavors in a simple meal. Chicken thighs are seared until golden brown, then combined in a rich sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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4–6 chicken thighs boneless, skinless
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato oil (from jar)
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2 cloves garlic minced
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato strips in oil
2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 cup fresh baby spinach leaves tightly packed
6 fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Season the chicken thighs with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sun-dried tomato oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken thighs for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate, cover, and keep warm.
In the same skillet, cook the chopped shallot until soft, about 3 minutes.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 20-30 seconds, then stir in the sun-dried tomato strips for one minute.
Pour in chicken broth and scrape down the browned bits, then simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 2-3 minutes, adjusting seasonings as needed.
Add fresh spinach and chopped basil until wilted.
Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it, cooking it for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken thighs beforehand.
Serve with pasta or a side salad to complete the meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 thigh
Calories: 520
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 150mg