This Garlic Tuscan Chicken is one of those recipes that tastes like it came straight out of a five-star restaurant — but it’s ready in under 30 minutes. Juicy chicken breasts are simmered in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, creating a dish that’s comforting, elegant, and surprisingly easy.
It’s naturally keto-friendly and low-carb, yet indulgent enough to serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes if you’re cooking for the whole family. One skillet, simple ingredients, and BIG flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Tuscan Chicken
- Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts
- Creamy garlic-Parmesan Tuscan sauce
- Spinach & sun-dried tomatoes for classic Italian flavor
- Ready in 25 minutes
- Keto & low-carb friendly
- Easy to adapt for pasta lovers
What Is Tuscan-Style Chicken?
“Tuscan” recipes usually feature:
- Creamy sauces
- Garlic & Italian seasoning
- Spinach or leafy greens
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Parmesan cheese
This combination gives you a rich, savory, slightly tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with chicken.
Best Ways to Serve Garlic Tuscan Chicken
- Over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice (keto option)
- With pasta, penne, or fettuccine
- Alongside steamed vegetables or roasted broccoli
- With garlic bread to soak up the sauce
💡 Tip: Double the sauce if serving with pasta — you won’t regret it.
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave
- Add a splash of cream or broth when reheating to loosen the sauce
Garlic Tuscan Chicken
Creamy garlic Tuscan chicken made with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. A quick keto-friendly skillet dinner ready in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 3–5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Whisk and simmer until sauce begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts, about 1 minute.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until heated through, 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite side.
Notes
- Double the sauce if serving over pasta
- Add fresh garlic for extra flavor
- Salmon can be substituted for chicken
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 505
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugars: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 179 mg
- Sodium: 541 mg
- Calcium: 186 mg
- Iron: 2 mg
- Potassium: 557 mg
- Vitamin C: 5 mg