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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Chicken cutlets simmered in a creamy Tuscan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, artichoke hearts, Parmesan and Dijon mustard.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to create cutlets
  • 2 teaspoonspaprika
  • 1 teaspoonof onion salt
  • 1/2 teaspoonItalian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoonkosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoonblack pepper
  • 2 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
  • 1/2 cupchopped sundried tomatoes
  • 3 clovesgarlic minced
  • 3 cupsspinach leaves roughly chopped
  • 114 ounce can chopped artichoke hearts drained
  • 1-1/2 cupsheavy cream
  • 1/2 cupfresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoonDijon mustard
  • 1/4 cupminced fresh basil

Instructions

Instructions

  • Pat the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry and cut each breast in half lengthwise to make cutlets.
  • In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon onion salt, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken cutlets.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large, high-sided 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken cutlets to the skillet and brown about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden. The chicken may not be fully cooked through; transfer the cutlets to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. When the butter has melted, add 1/2 cup chopped sundried tomatoes and 3 cloves minced garlic. Sauté about 30 seconds, until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add 3 cups roughly chopped spinach and the drained can of chopped artichoke hearts. Sauté 2–3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and the artichokes are warmed.
  • Pour in 1-1/2 cups heavy cream, add 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to medium-low so the sauce comes to a gentle simmer (do not boil).
  • Nestle the chicken cutlets back into the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Simmer gently 5–10 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F) and the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Taste the sauce and add salt if needed. Sprinkle 1/4 cup minced fresh basil over the dish just before serving.
  • Serve the creamy Tuscan chicken over rice or pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables.

Equipment

  • Sweet Paprika
  • Fresh Garlic
  • Sundried Tomatoes

Notes

Notes
You can use full-grown spinach or baby spinach for this recipe.