Description
Creamy Spinach Chicken Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, velvety spinach sauce. In just under 30 minutes, you can create this comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The savory flavors of garlic and Parmesan cheese meld beautifully with fresh spinach, resulting in a satisfying and nutritious meal. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce, making it a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 2. Remove chicken from the skillet. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; mix well. Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.
- 5. Return chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer in the sauce for an additional 3 minutes.
- 6. Serve hot, drizzling extra sauce over each portion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg