For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts in Italian dressing for 30 minutes prior to cooking. If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the cream cheese, water, and pesto together before adding them to the skillet. Serve this Tuscan Chicken Simmer over a bed of pasta, rice, or quinoa to soak up all the delicious sauce. Crusty bread is also a great option for sopping up the sauce.
Tuscan Chicken Simmer
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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Embark on a culinary journey to Tuscany with this quick yet intensely flavorful chicken simmer. Creamy pesto and rich cream cheese form the base of a luscious sauce, studded with bursts of sweet cherry tomatoes and a generous sprinkle of a five-cheese Italian blend. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight indulgence.
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Chicken: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they aren't overcrowded. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (approximately 10-14 minutes total). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, covering it to keep warm.
02 Step
Recipe View Create the Tuscan Sauce: To the same skillet, add the cubed cream cheese, water, pesto, and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through.
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Recipe View Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the Tuscan sauce. Cook for an additional minute, gently stirring to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce. Sprinkle the shredded Italian cheese blend over the chicken and sauce. Serve immediately, allowing the cheese to melt slightly from the residual heat.
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Ismael Bogisich
Jun 2, 2025I added a splash of white wine to the sauce and it really elevated the flavors. Thanks for the great recipe!
Joannie Paucek
Feb 9, 2025I'm not a huge fan of cream cheese, but this recipe converted me! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful.
Marta Walter
Nov 24, 2024This was so easy and delicious! My family loved it, and it's definitely going into our regular rotation.