Description
This Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and spinach creates a delicious Tuscan-inspired flavor.
Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (1/8 stick)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 8.5 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped (1 jar)
– 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
– Fresh parsley or basil, optional, for garnish
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Select the sauté function on the Instant Pot and melt butter with olive oil.
3. Add chicken breasts and brown on both sides, then remove and set aside.
4. Sauté garlic in the Instant Pot, then add chicken broth and deglaze the pot.
5. Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and spinach.
6. Return chicken to the pot, close the lid, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
7. Allow for a natural pressure release before opening the lid.
8. Serve the Tuscan chicken garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
– For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
– Add a splash of white wine for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 506
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg