High Protein Creamy Chicken with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this *High Protein Creamy Chicken with Spinach*, a dish that’s as nutritious as it is indulgent. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made from garlic, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream, perfectly complemented by the earthiness of fresh baby spinach. This recipe is a powerhouse of flavor and protein, making it ideal for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, it combines simplicity with gourmet results, while the touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick. Whether you're meal prepping or serving family-style, this one-pan dish is a time-saving, crowd-pleasing favorite perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and let it come to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
Add the baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until wilted.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over each piece. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes to heat the chicken through.
Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.4 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 577 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 4466 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 158.7 g | 317% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*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.
