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Creamy Tuscan White Bean Chicken


  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This creamy Tuscan white bean chicken is a true game-changer, bringing together rich flavors and satisfying textures in one easy-to-make dish. It’s the perfect solution for those busy evenings when you crave something hearty and delicious but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained and chopped)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

  • Instructions

    1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. The chicken doesn’t need to be cooked through at this stage, just nicely seared. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

    2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

    3. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer.

    4. Stir in the rinsed and drained cannellini beans and the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Let this mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

    5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

    6. Add the browned chicken back into the skillet. Stir in the fresh spinach a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt into the sauce. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the spinach is fully wilted.

    7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting meal!

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: skillet
    • Cuisine: italian-american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

    Keywords: chicken, tuscan, white bean, creamy, weeknight, easy, skillet, dinner, spinach, parmesan