Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Take a trip to the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany—without ever leaving your kitchen—with this comforting, creamy Tuscan chicken. Juicy chicken thighs are perfectly seared and then simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Fresh spinach wilts gently into the mix, adding a pop of color and a touch of brightness to each bite. Whether you spoon it over a bed of tender pasta or pair it with warm, crusty bread to soak up every last bit of that savory sauce, this dish captures the heart of Tuscan cooking. Breathe in the aromas, dig in, and enjoy an authentic taste of Italy. Buon appetito!
Mystery Flavour Team
Updated On June 2, 2025
Total Time
50 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Featured in Italian Cuisine
Nutrition Info: Calories 618 - Fat 53g - Carbs 8g - Fiber 1g - Sugar 5g -Protein 39g
Ingredients
4 Servings
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 teaspoons salt, for the chicken
1 teaspoon pepper, for the chicken
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ onion, diced
1 tomato, diced
2 cups spinach(80 g)
2 cups heavy cream(480 mL)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ cup grated parmesan cheese(55 g)
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs in the pan, skin side down. Let them cook for about 13 minutes, moving them around occasionally so the skin crisps evenly. You’ll know it’s ready when the skin feels firm and crispy.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 15 minutes until fully cooked. Once done, remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté until the onions turn soft and translucent. Toss in the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts down.
Pour in the heavy cream and season the sauce with a little more salt and pepper. Could you bring it to a gentle boil?
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, and let the sauce simmer until it thickens slightly.
Finally, return the chicken to the skillet and spoon that rich, creamy sauce all over the top.
Serve hot, and enjoy every bite!
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The roots of Italian cuisine trace back to ancient Rome, where food was a fundamental part of daily life. Staples like bread, olive oil, and wine formed the core of the Roman diet and remain iconic even today. The wealthy indulged in lavish feasts featuring delicacies like roasted peacock and honey-spiced cakes, while the average citizen relied on hearty, simple meals of beans, grains, and vegetables. This balance between rustic simplicity and refined indulgence continues to define Italian cuisine in the modern era.
