Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (breast halves)
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon corn starch
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
• ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup fresh spinach, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 425°F.
2. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cover them with plastic wrap. Using a rolling pin, meat mallet, or small pan, gently pound the thicker side of each breast so the pieces are evenly thick.
3. Arrange the chicken in a 9×13-inch baking dish (or a slightly larger dish if needed), leaving space between each piece.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, Italian seasoning, paprika, and black pepper. Drizzle the chicken with canola oil, then rub the seasoning mixture over the top of each breast.
5. In another bowl, whisk the heavy cream, garlic, corn starch, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Pour the sauce into the baking dish around the chicken.
6. Bake uncovered for 16–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest point. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts.
7. Remove the dish from the oven and stir the spinach into the hot sauce. If the sauce looks separated, stir gently—it will come back together. Cover the dish and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes while the spinach wilts.
8. Remove the cover and serve.

• One serving equals one chicken breast with about ½ cup of sauce.

• Chicken thighs: Boneless thighs may be substituted; use roughly double the number.
• Cheese: Asiago, Romano, or Pecorino can replace Parmesan.
• Cream: Heavy cream is recommended, as lower-fat dairy may curdle at high heat.
• Sun-dried tomatoes: Fresh cherry tomatoes or jarred roasted red peppers can be used instead.
• Seasonings: Herbs and spices can be adjusted as long as they complement the creamy sauce.
• Spinach: Optional. Other vegetables such as green beans or mushrooms may be added at the start of baking.