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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach finished dish

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach

Recipe card for Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach.
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. This is the foundation of your flavour!
  2. Heat the Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. A hot pan is key to getting a nice sear on the chicken.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure chicken is cooked through with a thermometer if needed.
  4. Remove and Set Aside: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. This prevents overcooking of the chicken as we create the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.
  5. Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Keep stirring to ensure that it does not burn.
  6. Deglaze the Pan: Pour in chicken broth and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. These browned bits add depth of flavour to the sauce!
  7. Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. The foundation of your gorgeous, rich, creamy sauce.
  8. Simmer the Sauce: Bring to a simmer, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened slightly. Simmering ensures the flavours combine beautifully.
  9. Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. These add a flavour burst and colour dimension to the dish.
  10. Wilt the Spinach: Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Don't overcook the spinach so it keeps some of its bite.
  11. Return the Chicken: Return chicken thighs to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Ensuring the chicken is warmed and coated beautifully.
  12. Simmer to Heat: Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  13. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, making sure there's sauce with every portion!

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