Best 6 Chicken Tuscany For Two Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of Tuscany with our curated collection of authentic Italian recipes. Embark on a delightful adventure as we guide you through the art of preparing Pollo alla Toscana, a classic dish that captures the essence of rustic Italian cooking. Discover the secrets of creating a tantalizing Tuscan-style chicken dish that bursts with flavor and aroma. Our comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and variations to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy or tomato-based sauce, we've got you covered. Additionally, explore our flavorful side dish recipes, such as the delectable Tuscan Kale Salad and the aromatic Roasted Garlic Parmesan Potatoes, to complete your Tuscan feast. Get ready to impress your taste buds and transport yourself to the charming countryside of Tuscany with these authentic and flavorful recipes.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY TUSCAN CHICKEN



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Brightened up that chicken dinner with this Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe.

Categories     dinner     poultry     creamy chicken     tuscan chicken     best chicken breast recipe     best chicken recipe     best chicken dinner     Italian chicken     easy chicken recipe

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano
3 tbsp. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
3 c. baby spinach
1/2 c. heavy cream
1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken and season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook until golden and no longer pink, 8 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cherry tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes are beginning to burst then add spinach and cook until spinach is beginning to wilt.
  • Stir in heavy cream and parmesan and bring mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and cook until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories

TUSCAN CHICKEN FOR TWO



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This moist and savory entree is ready in an unbelievable 15 minutes flat! Debra Legrand - Port Orchard, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the garlic, rosemary, sage and thyme in oil for 1 minute. Add chicken; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUSCAN CHICKEN SKILLET



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Bacon, cream, Parmesan -- is your mouth watering yet? There's no need to go out to dinner when you can make this restaurant-style creamy, cheesy chicken and fettuccine at home.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces fettuccine
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
5 ounces baby spinach
3/4 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, put the bacon in a large, cold skillet, then cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes; transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Sprinkle the chicken lightly with salt and pepper and add to the skillet in a single layer. Let cook, undisturbed, until golden brown on the underside, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 4 minutes more. Transfer to the plate with the bacon.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and cream and bring to a simmer, then add the spinach and stir until just wilted. Add the bacon, chicken, fettuccine and Parmesan and toss with tongs until well coated; season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

CREAMY TUSCAN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Picture yourself on the coast of Tuscany, Italy. Flowy clothes, a beautiful breeze, and a view of the Tuscan Sea: you're ready to book your next vacation, aren't you? Well, we're here to bring Tuscany to you. How, you may ask? Well, that's what our easy Tuscan chicken is here for. Loaded with fresh veggies, herbs, and rich Parmesan cheese, it'll have you saying 'That's amore!'

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 teaspoons salt, for the chicken
1 teaspoon pepper, for the chicken
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ onion, diced
1 tomato, diced
2 cups spinach
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Place the chicken thighs skin side down in the skillet and cook for about 13 minutes to crisp up the skin. Move the chicken around from time to time to ensure it cooks evenly. The skin should be hard to the touch.
  • Flip the chicken, then cook for about another 15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from pan.
  • Add the garlic and onion, stirring until onions are translucent. Stir in the tomatoes and spinach until the spinach is wilted.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, and pepper, bringing to a boil.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and parsley, stirring until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Place the chicken back in the pan, spooning the sauce on top of the chicken.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHICKEN TUSCANY FOR TWO



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If you have about an hour (two if you're unfamiliar with Italian cooking) and need to impress a significant other, this will accomplish your aims.

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 breasts, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup flour
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons water
2 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 tablespoon flour
2 teaspoons chicken base, Jamison's
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon basil
paprika
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add 1 cup of flour and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  • In a small bowl, combine egg, 2 tbsp water and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix will.
  • Add egg mixture to flour. Mix and knead until smooth.
  • Divide dough into two parts.
  • On a floured countertop, roll part into a flat about 20 inches in diameter.
  • using a pizza cutter, cut dough into 1/4 inch wide strips. Place pasta on cooling rack or floured surface.
  • repeat for second part of dough.
  • Bring about 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot.
  • Boil pasta for 6-8 minutes, until tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, place 1tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp minced garlic in a large skillet. Bring to a low heat.
  • Slowly cook chicken breasts in olive oil/garlic, keeping covered and turning every ten minutes 'til cooked (about 30-45 minutes, depending on thickness of chicken).
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, add can of evaporated milk.
  • Add Jaminson's chicken base, cumin. basil and pepper.
  • Bring sauce to a very low simmer using very low heat, until the chicken base is dissolved.
  • Ad tbsp flour to thicken, stirring vigorously.
  • Once all this is done, Place half of the pasta on a plate.
  • Slice each breast and place on the bed of pasta. Cover generously with sauce. Dust with Paprika and Parmesan cheese.

CHICKEN TUSCANY



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Make and share this Chicken Tuscany recipe from Food.com.

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2-3 lbs chicken, cut into serving pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 (4 1/2 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (1 ounce) envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1/2 cup orange juice or 1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional)

Steps:

  • In 13 x 9-inch baking pan, arrange chicken,.
  • red pepper and mushrooms.
  • Blend remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.
  • Bake 50 minutes at 425 degrees or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.1, Fat 26.7, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 129.7, Sodium 832.5, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 14.5, Protein 34.9

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken breasts cook evenly, slice them thinly or butterfly them.
  • For a crispier chicken, sear it in a hot skillet before adding it to the sauce.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer it for a few minutes longer until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach according to your preference.
  • Serve the chicken Tuscany immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

Chicken Tuscany is an easy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With its combination of tender chicken, savory sauce, and fresh vegetables, chicken Tuscany is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give chicken Tuscany a try. You won't be disappointed!

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