How to Make the Perfect One Pot Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken

Italian · Easy · 40 minutes min · 4 servings

A rich and creamy garlic sauce envelops tender chicken breast and vibrant vegetables, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.

Why this recipe works

This One Pot Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 550 calories with 40g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

What you will need

This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

4 pieces chicken breasts
2 cups baby spinach
1 cup cherry tomatoes
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup fettuccine pasta

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Sauté Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the pot.

Step 2: Cook Pasta

Add fettuccine pasta and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Add Vegetables

Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.

Step 4: Make Sauce

Reduce heat to low, then stir in heavy cream, parmesan, garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook until heated through.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and parsley before serving.

Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

heavy cream → coconut milk
chicken breasts → chicken thighs
parmesan cheese → nutritional yeast

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

Overcooking the chicken until dry.
Not salting the pasta water, leading to bland pasta.
Adding all ingredients at once instead of in stages.

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 550 calories, 40g protein, 20g carbs, 30g fat, 3g fiber.

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