Name: Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 1 large egg; 3 tbsp plain (all-purpose) flour (replace with gluten-free flour blend if needed); 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp garlic salt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion (peeled and sliced); 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced); 1 tsp paprika; 160 g (1 cup) sun-dried tomatoes (I like the bright red one from the deli counter); 1 red bell pepper (de-seeded and sliced); 1 tbsp tomato puree (paste for US); 90 ml (1/3 cup) white wine; 240 ml (1 cup) chicken stock (use bouillon for gluten-free); pinch salt and pepper; 90 ml (1/3 cup) double (heavy) cream; 50 g (1/2 cup) parmesan cheese (grated); 90 g (3 packed cups) fresh baby spinach; 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method

14 steps

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). Whisk a large egg in a shallow bowl.
Mix together 3 tbsp plain all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp garlic salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp dried paprika.
Dip chicken breasts in the egg, then dredge in the flour mixture.
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken breasts until golden on both sides, then remove and place on a tray.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes to finish cooking.
In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add sliced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp paprika, sun-dried tomatoes, sliced red bell pepper, and 1 tbsp tomato puree; cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in 90 ml white wine and bubble for 2 minutes.
Add 240 ml chicken stock and a pinch of salt and pepper; bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in 90 ml heavy cream, 50 g grated parmesan, and 90 g baby spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
Add cooked chicken to the sauce and cook for another 2 minutes.
Top with chopped parsley and serve.

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Helpful tips

Ensure chicken is cooked through and not pink in the middle before adding to the sauce.
Use fresh sun-dried tomatoes for the best flavor.
You can serve this dish with pasta, potatoes, or bread for dipping.
Add spinach at the end to keep its vibrant color and texture.