Bring the flavors of Italy to your table with Olive Garden Pollo San Marco, a rich and creamy chicken dish that’s perfect for a luxurious dinner. This recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, baby spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. The velvety sauce, thickened with a touch of flour and finished with fragrant basil and oregano, delivers the ultimate comfort food experience. Quick to prepare in under an hour and versatile enough to pair with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread, this dish is a restaurant-quality masterpiece designed to impress. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating your family to something special, this Pollo San Marco recipe will be an instant favorite.
Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness and season both sides with salt, black pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk well to create a roux. Cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour flavor.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly (about 3-4 minutes).
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the baby spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach wilts.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Serving size | 1636.4 grams (1636.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3126 |
Total Fat 183.30g | 235% |
Saturated Fat 89.70g | 449% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
Cholesterol 974mg | 325% |
Sodium 6186mg | 269% |
Total Carbohydrate 79.40g | 29% |
Dietary Fiber 12.70g | 45% |
Total Sugars 40.90g | |
Protein 271.90g | 544% |
Vitamin D 7IU | 35% |
Calcium 1218mg | 94% |
Iron 19mg | 103% |
Potassium 5877mg | 125% |
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