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Creamy Spinach Chicken
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Creamy Spinach Chicken

Tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy garlic-parmesan sauce with fresh spinach. A comforting, one-pan meal that's both elegant and simple enough for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh spinach lightly packed
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, then sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer on low for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.
  • Leftovers reheat well — just warm slowly to maintain creamy texture.