Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Portion Size:   4 oz. 

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 ½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 cups fresh mushroomsWashed, trimmed and sliced.
½ cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (14 oz.) nonfat evaporated milk 
½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
2 cups Fresh, spinachWashed, trimmed and chopped
1 cup fresh tomatoesWashed, trimmed and diced. 
For gluten free (GF): Use GF broth. Always check each ingredient to be sure it is gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Spray a large skillet with nonstick spray.  Heat oil in skillet.
2Add chicken and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender and no pink remains. Transfer to a platter; keep warm.Cook until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
3In the large skillet add mushrooms, chicken broth, garlic, Italian seasoning and tomatoes. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer. Simmer 5-10 minutes.   Stir in milk. Heat through. 
4Just before serving still in spinach and stir. Top with Parmesan cheese. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates