This Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to bring the flavors of Italy to your dinner table. Tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts and sear on both sides for 2 minutes each.
- Add chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set to pressure cook on high for 8 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, do a quick release of pressure. Open the lid and stir in the heavy cream and spinach.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve the Tuscan chicken over pasta or with crusty bread. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tuscan cuisine is known for its simple yet flavorful dishes that make use of fresh ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil.
Using an Instant Pot speeds up the cooking time for this dish, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal in minutes.
The creamy sauce in this Tuscan chicken recipe gets its richness from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, making it a decadent treat.