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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs (Stove Top)

This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs delivers 47g protein and 690 calories per serving using thighs instead of breast for richer nutrition. Quick stovetop preparation yields 4 servings, giving you a prepared protein base that reheats well throughout the week. Covers muscle-building macros without requiring constant meal prep rotations.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(680g)

    Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.

  • Garlic powder(3g)
  • Onion powder(3g)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Paprika, Ground(2g)
  • ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
  • Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(10g)
  • Shallot
  • Garlic(240g)
  • Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(120g)
  • Wine, White, Dry(120g)
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)

    Any carton chicken broth labeled "low sodium." Swanson or store brand.

  • Cream, Heavy Whipping(180g)
  • Parmesan Cheese(80g)

    Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

  • Italian seasoning(5g)
  • Spinach(180g)
  • Basil, Fresh(60g)

Instructions

  1. 1Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
  2. 2Heat sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. 3Sear chicken in batches of two or three until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side. Transfer to a plate, keep warm.
  4. 4Add the shallot and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the sun dried tomato strips and cook to release flavours, about 1 minute.
  5. 5Pour in wine; bring to a simmer while scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  6. 6Let simmer for 2 minutes, then add in the chicken broth, cream, parmesan and Italian seasoning.
  7. 7Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low-medium. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Stir regularly to melt parmesan cheese.
  8. 8Taste test sauce and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, if needed.
  9. 9Stir through spinach and basil leaves. Stir through and let leaves wilt through the sauce. Return chicken to the pan; drizzle sauce over chicken and let simmer for a further minute.
  10. 10Serve immediately over mashed potato, mashed cauliflower, rice, pasta, or fresh bread to mop up the sauce!

Nutrition — Per Serving

690

calories

47g

protein

41g

fat

Carbohydrates
36g
Saturated fat
17.0g
Sodium
654 mg
Dietary fiber
5.0g

4 servings per batch · ~451g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs have per serving?

Each serving contains 47g of protein and 690 calories with 41g fat and 36g carbs. This macronutrient profile sits in the mid-range for protein content while maintaining solid caloric density.

How long does Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs take to prep?

Listed as quick prep with 4 servings per batch on the stovetop, this recipe moves from prep to plate without prolonged cooking. One session covers multiple dinners for your weekly rotation.

Is Creamy Tuscan Chicken Thighs good for muscle gain?

At 47g protein and 690 calories per serving, this recipe fits muscle gain phases where you're eating in a moderate surplus without excess bulk. The balanced macros support lean muscle accumulation on a controlled calorie intake.

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