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sliced tuscan chicken with sauce in pan.
Cory Simpson

Creamy High-Protein Tuscan Chicken (One Pan)

Juicy seared chicken in a rich, creamy Tuscan-style sauce made lighter with blended cottage cheese—packed with protein and ready in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 567
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb chicken breast or chicken thighs
  • salt, pepper, garlic powder Italian seasoning to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups spinach
  • red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Season & Sear Chicken
  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Remove from pan and set aside.
Build the Sauce Base
  1. Reduce heat to medium.
  2. Add butter and diced shallot. Cook 1–2 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.
Make It Creamy
  1. Stir in heavy cream and blended cottage cheese.
  2. Add parmesan cheese.
  3. Simmer 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
Finish the Dish
  1. Add spinach and let it wilt.
  2. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top.
  3. Simmer 5–7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temp.
  4. Optional: sprinkle red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 567kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 60gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 208mgSodium: 845mgPotassium: 1507mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2343IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 243mgIron: 3mg

Notes

  • Blend cottage cheese until completely smooth for best texture.
  • Slice chicken thinner for faster cooking and better sear.
  • Sauce will continue to thicken as it sits.
  • Add a splash of broth or milk when reheating if needed.

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