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    Home » Recipes » Cast Iron Cooking and Baking » Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken

    Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken

    Published: Jun 17, 2020 · Modified: Dec 8, 2020 by Jessica Robinson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    cast iron skillet with chicken tenders, cream sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Spoon to right of pan

    This Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken has a delicious cream sauce with garlic. Chicken tenderloins browned and simmered in a cream sauce with Havarti cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh rosemary.

    large cast iron pan with chicken cutlets, cream sauce, spinach, and sun dried tomatoes

    Tuscan Chicken with sun-dried tomatoes is super simple to make in under 30 minutes. Chicken with sun-dried tomato cream sauce is the perfect dish for summer dinners. Simple ingredients and easy to make.

    I love adding sun-dried tomatoes to many different dishes, including pasta salad and garden salads. For even more added flavor, use the oil that the sun-dried tomatoes are packed with to brown the chicken or even for marinating chicken!

    cast iron skillet with chicken, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, and cream sauce

    Castello Cheese offers a variety of delicious cheeses with distinct tastes, flavors and textures, so there’s something for everyone. I used freshly shredded Creamy Havarti for this chicken with creamy sun-dried tomatoes. This buttery, mild flavored cheese is perfect for melting!

    Chicken in cast iron skillet with sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh rosemary

    Havarti is a mild cheese, with just a hint of tangy flavor, that’s perfect for slicing. Its creamy texture and tiny holes are characteristic of Castello’s traditional Danish recipe. Serve this chicken with sun-dried tomatoes with mashed potatoes, pasta, or a simple garden salad.

    How to make Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes:

    step images of browning chicken, adding wine to deglaze the pan, cream sauce, spinach

    I used a 13.25-inch cast iron skillet to brown the chicken. While the chicken browns, you can get all the ingredients ready for the sauce and then finish this delicious creamy sun-dried tomato sauce in the same pan. This only took a few more minutes.

    I also love Danish Blue, which has a sharp blue mold taste with nutty aroma and hints of bitterness. This delicious blue cheese is perfect on my Honey Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches, Harvest Chicken Salad, and with my Easy Chicken Marinade over a garden salad.

    cast iron skillet with cream sauce over browned chicken, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh rosemary, spoon in pan on right

    Easily locate Havarti Cheese in the specialty cheese aisle of your favorite grocery store. Sun-dried tomatoes in oil can be found in the produce section near the tomatoes.

    For additional inspiration, add Havarti to my Spinach Quiche, Mushroom Risotto Recipe, and Lemon Rosemary Chicken Pasta.

    chicken breasts in cream sauce, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, in cast iron skillet

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    cast iron skillet with cream sauce, chicken, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, topped with fresh rosemary
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    Tuscan Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    This Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken has a delicious cream sauce with garlic. Chicken tenderloins browned and simmered in a cream sauce with Havarti cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh rosemary.
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 580kcal
    Author: Jessica Robinson

    Ingredients

    Chicken with Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce

    • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins
    • 2 tablespoons canola oil or Olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
    • ½ cup chicken broth
    • ½ cup dry white wine
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 2-3 garlic cloves minced
    • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
    • 1 cup shredded Havarti cheese
    • ¼ cup cold water
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 (5-ounce package) fresh baby spinach
    • 1 (8.5-ounce jar) sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained)
    • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped finely
    • Salt and black pepper to taste

    Instructions

    Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

    • Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large zip-style bag and use a rolling pin to flatten the chicken for even thickness.
    • Brown the chicken: In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and oil. Working in batches, add the chicken and brown on all sides. Cook the chicken on each side for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked thoroughly. Use tongs to turn the chicken as it cooks.
    • Use tongs to remove the chicken from the pan. Place the chicken on a half sheet pan lined with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Add the garlic: Reduce the heat and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add the garlic and stir with a wooden spoon so the garlic does not burn. Cook for about 30 seconds.
    • Deglaze the skillet: Add the white wine and stir with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan.
    • Make the cream sauce: Add the chicken stock, heavy cream and combine. Dissolve the cornstarch in cold water and pour into the pan. Cook over low to medium heat until it thickens slightly. Turn off the heat.
    • Add the cheese: Add the shredded Havarti Cheese and Parmesan, stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the baby spinach, fresh rosemary and sun-dried tomatoes.
    • Finish chicken in sauce: Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes, pasta, seasonal vegetables or salad.

    Recipe Notes

    Chicken with Creamy-Sun Dried Tomatoes:
    To make a lighter version of substitute use half and half for the heavy cream.
    Add 1 small can of mushrooms (drained) if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 580kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 204mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 653mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1184IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 329mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Carrie says

      February 19, 2025 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Outstanding! I used mozzarella instead and dried rosemary from my garden.
      It was still amazing!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        February 21, 2025 at 1:02 pm

        Mozzarella sounds delicious! Thrilled you enjoyed the dish.

        Reply
    2. Lisa Hatfield says

      May 12, 2021 at 9:54 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this recipe last weekend, and LOVED it! The sauce is so tasty, and the recipe is easy. Thanks again for another winner, will definitely make this one again.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        May 13, 2021 at 9:51 am

        This is one of our favorite dishes too! Happy to hear you loved it!

        Reply
      • renee says

        May 22, 2021 at 4:33 pm

        THIS WAS AMAZING……I LOVED IT AND ADDED A LITTLE DIJON MUSTARD AND DIFFERENT CHEESES TO MINE…Any recipes for a lime chicken taco without a kick to it??

        Reply
        • Jessica Robinson says

          May 22, 2021 at 4:42 pm

          Love the addition of Dijon mustard and a mix of cheeses. I do have a Mexican chicken that would probably be what you are looking for. There’s notes on the recipe to adjust the kick of spice for less heat.

          Reply
    3. Laura says

      July 01, 2020 at 9:39 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of my favorite chicken dinners. It has so much flavor! My husband and daughter love it too!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        July 02, 2020 at 8:25 am

        Don’t you just love this chicken dish?! So good!

        Reply
    4. Amy Engberson says

      June 23, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at 30 minutes and again at cream sauce! Oh, and you can’t go wrong with cheese! I’m always on the hunt for a great chicken pasta! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 23, 2020 at 8:16 pm

        Amy,
        This is a must try chicken dish!!

        Reply
    5. Lisa Hatfield says

      June 17, 2020 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness Jessica!!! I am totally making this recipe this weekend. I just printed out your recipe and can’t wait to try this one.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 17, 2020 at 1:26 pm

        Thanks Lisa!! This chicken dish is SO good!! So glad to hear you’re going to try it!

        Reply

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