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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken
A popular weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-level but stays practical for a normal evening.
Reviewed for practical home cooking
This recipe is written for everyday kitchens with clear timing, visible ingredients, flexible serving ideas, and nutrition context for comparison. Check labels and allergens before cooking.
Why this meal fits you
It hits the sweet spot for dinner indecision: comforting, quick enough for a weeknight, and satisfying without needing a long shopping list.
Nutrition angle
Chicken adds lean protein, spinach brings iron and fibre, and the creamy sauce can be portioned to keep the meal balanced.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ½ cup light cream
- 2 cups spinach
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- 1Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- 2Sear in olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through, then set aside.
- 3Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
- 4Pour in the cream, simmer gently, then stir through spinach until wilted.
- 5Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top.
- 6Finish with basil and serve with rice, pasta, or vegetables.
Cooking notes and swaps
Use this recipe as a dependable base rather than a rigid rule. If you are short on time, prep vegetables while the main protein cooks. If you need a lighter plate, increase vegetables and reduce rich sauces slightly. If you want a heartier dinner, add rice, potatoes, pasta, bread, or another familiar side that fits the flavour.
Taste before serving and adjust salt, acid, herbs, or heat at the end. For leftovers, cool quickly, refrigerate in a sealed container, and reheat until piping hot where appropriate.