Description
Jamie Oliver’s Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring pan-seared chicken cooked in a sauce made with garlic, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. It’s a simple yet indulgent meal that pairs perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
Seared chicken breast provides a tender and juicy base.
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (butterflied or pounded thin)
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- 1 teaspoon salt
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- ½ teaspoon black pepper
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- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
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- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce:
A luxurious sauce adds depth and creaminess to the dish.
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
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- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
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- 80g sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
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- 200ml heavy cream
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- 100ml chicken stock
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- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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- 50g grated Parmesan cheese
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- 100g fresh spinach
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- Juice of ½ lemon
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- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
For Garnish and Serving:
Pairing with the right sides enhances the dish’s flavors.
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- Fresh basil or parsley (chopped)
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- Extra Parmesan (for garnish)
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- Pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread
Instructions
Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken
A golden crust locks in the juices and flavor.
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- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika.
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- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
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- Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
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- Remove from the pan and set aside (it will finish cooking in the sauce).
Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Sauce
A rich, creamy sauce ties everything together.
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- In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat.
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- Add garlic and red chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
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- Pour in chicken stock, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
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- Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.
Step 3: Simmer and Finish Cooking
A final simmer ensures the flavors meld beautifully.
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- Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes until fully cooked.
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- Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
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- Squeeze in lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Serve and Garnish
Final touches elevate the dish’s taste and presentation.
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- Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley.
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- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
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- Add extra Parmesan on top for a rich finish.