Broiled Chipotle Chicken with Creamy Spinach

Turn up the heat with this bold and flavorful Broiled Chipotle Chicken with Creamy Spinach, a dish that effortlessly balances smoky spice with velvety richness. Tender chicken breasts are bathed in a fiery chipotle marinade made with adobo sauce, lime juice, and smoked paprika, then broiled to juicy perfection for a charred, tantalizing finish. Paired with a luscious, cheese-laden creamy spinach—featuring hints of nutmeg and sautéed onions—this recipe is a perfect harmony of spice and comfort. Ready in just 50 minutes, this meal is a breeze to prepare and makes an ideal weeknight dinner or casual entertaining centerpiece. Serve it up for a crowd-pleasing combination that’s as satisfying as it is stunning! Perfect keywords: spicy chicken recipe, creamy spinach side, quick dinner idea, chipotle chicken marinade.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 small onion, finely diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the broiler on high and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and coat evenly with the chipotle marinade. Let them marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.

Step 4

Broil the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken is broiling, prepare the creamy spinach. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, cream cheese, grated parmesan, and nutmeg. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Season the creamy spinach with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

To serve, plate the broiled chipotle chicken alongside a generous portion of creamy spinach. Garnish with additional grated parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1582.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3033.9

Total Fat 198.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 1030.0mg	0%
Sodium 4763.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 248.3g	0%

Vitamin D 9.2IU	0%
Calcium 926.5mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2344.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 5.3%