Max Erma's Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Transport your taste buds to the rustic Italian countryside with Max & Erma’s Tuscan Chicken Recipe, a comforting one-skillet meal packed with bold flavors and creamy indulgence. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are nestled in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, with vibrant wilted spinach adding a pop of freshness. This dish is elevated with the ease and flair of just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 25-minute cook time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Bursting with simple yet luxurious ingredients, this restaurant-quality recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for your family table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season each chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and stir until it wilts, about 1–2 minutes.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 3–4 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Sprinkle fresh parsley on top as a garnish before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the creamy Tuscan sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1290.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2763.3

Total Fat 169.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 937.4mg	0%
Sodium 4601.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 243.9g	0%

Vitamin D 11.4IU	0%
Calcium 704.0mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 3834.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 5.9%