Creamy Chicken Spinach
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Creamy Chicken Spinach recipe, a one-pan dinner that exudes comfort and elegance. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, infused with the aromatic richness of garlic and the vibrant freshness of tender baby spinach. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for entertaining. With a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, it’s a versatile dish that pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes. Packed with protein and leafy greens, this Creamy Chicken Spinach is a delicious and satisfying meal the whole family will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 5 cups fresh baby spinach
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
Cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach has wilted.
If desired, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some extra heat.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy spinach sauce over the top.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through.
Serve the creamy chicken and spinach hot, either on its own or over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.5 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.1 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 957 mg | 319% | |
| Sodium | 4484 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 246.2 g | 492% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 888 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2551 mg | 54% | |
*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.
