Creamy Tuscan Chicken

A comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a weeknight meal!

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook the Chicken:

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables:

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Make the Sauce:

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combine:

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Serve:

Serve the Creamy Tuscan Chicken over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Enjoy!