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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Juicy golden pan-seared chicken cutlets bathed in a velvety garlic parmesan cream sauce bursting with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach. A 25-minute one-skillet Italian restaurant dinner made 100% Halal wholesome.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course, One-Skillet Meals
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

Golden Seared Chicken Cutlets (100% Halal Wholesome)
  • 2 large (1.5 lbs) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Halved horizontally into 4 thin cutlets
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning Oregano, basil, rosemary blend
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Sweet paprika For vibrant golden color and subtle smoke
  • ½ teaspoon Fine sea salt Or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil from sun-dried tomato jar Adds immense herb-infused flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter For golden sear
Luscious Tuscan Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
  • 6 cloves Fresh garlic Finely minced
  • ½ cup Sun-dried tomatoes in oil Drained and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Low-sodium chicken bone broth 100% Halal wholesome broth for deglazing
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream For signature rich restaurant texture
  • 3 cups Fresh baby spinach leaves Tender, washed and packed
  • ½ cup Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Aged parmesan for deep umami
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice Bright acidity to balance rich cream
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh basil leaves & shaved parmesan For serving garnish

Method
 

Preparation & Cooking
  1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally in half through the equator to form 4 thin cutlets of even thickness. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sweet paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil (from the sun-dried tomato jar) and 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot and shimmering, add the chicken cutlets in a single layer.
  3. Sear without moving for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side until deep golden brown. Flip and sear for another 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a clean plate and tent with foil to rest.
  4. Reduce the skillet heat to medium. In the remaining pan drippings, add the minced garlic and sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 60 to 90 seconds until highly fragrant, scraping up the browned fond from the pan bottom.
  5. Pour in the chicken bone broth and fresh lemon juice to deglaze the pan. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and let bubble for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until completely melted and velvety smooth. Add the baby spinach and stir gently for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted into tender emerald ribbons.
  7. Nestle the seared chicken cutlets and any accumulated resting juices back into the skillet. Spoon the luscious sauce generously over the top. Simmer for 1 minute to warm through.
  8. Remove from heat, scatter torn fresh basil and shaved parmesan over the chicken, and serve warm with al dente fettuccine pasta or crusty bread!

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