Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms
Indulge in the ultimate comforting dinner with this flavorful Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms recipe, a one-pan masterpiece that’s as easy as it is delicious! Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a creamy Parmesan sauce loaded with tender mushrooms and wilted spinach. Each bite is bursting with savory flavors thanks to the addition of garlic, butter, and a splash of chicken broth to deglaze the skillet and capture every ounce of goodness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes to soak up the rich, velvety sauce. Packed with protein and fresh vegetables, this comforting meal will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 8 ounces White mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 2 chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken using another tablespoon of olive oil.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 7-8 minutes until browned and tender.
Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in small batches, stirring until wilted. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze and release the flavorful browned bits.
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and let them cook in the creamy sauce for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve the chicken hot, along with the creamy spinach and mushrooms.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.5 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.9 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 778 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 4101 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 237.2 g | 474% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 996 mg | 21% | |
*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.
