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Creamy Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan chicken recipe made in the Instant Pot, featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich sauce of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup cottage cheese (120 g), blended until smooth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml), homemade or low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional pinch

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat olive oil until shimmering. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 2 minutes to release flavors.
  4. Place seasoned chicken breasts into the pot and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown but not cooked through.
  5. Pour chicken broth around the chicken (not directly on top). Close lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  6. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then switch valve to venting and carefully open lid. Check chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C). If needed, cook 2-3 more minutes.
  7. Remove chicken and set aside. Switch Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and stir in heavy cream, blended cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, and fresh spinach.
  8. Cook, stirring frequently, until spinach wilts and sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  9. Return chicken to the pot, spoon sauce over, and warm together for 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning and add red pepper flakes if desired.
  10. Serve hot over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or spiralized veggies.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Browning chicken before pressure cooking enhances flavor and texture. Natural pressure release keeps chicken tender. Can substitute coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese for a dairy-free version. Chicken thighs can be used with adjusted cooking time.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, Tuscan chicken, creamy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, pressure cooker recipe

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