Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (about 12 oz total) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/3 cup, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/3 cup, grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. (2 minutes)

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil. (12 minutes)

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. (2 minutes)

4. 4

   Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. (4 minutes)

5. 5

   Stir in parmesan until melted, then add spinach and red pepper flakes; cook 1-2 minutes until wilted. (2 minutes)

6. 6

   Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, and simmer 1 minute. Serve immediately. (1 minute)