Enticing Chicken and Spinach Recipe
Experience the delightful fusion of tender chicken and fresh spinach in this creamy dish that promises to brighten your dinner table. Perfect for both casual weeknight meals and special occasions, this chicken and spinach recipe combines simple ingredients to create a culinary masterpiece that will leave your family asking for seconds. With a luscious sauce and vibrant colors, it’s not just a meal; it’s a memory in the making.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and dry spinach.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Make the sauce: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, simmer until thickened, then add Parmesan cheese.
- Combine: Slice cooked chicken, return to skillet with juices, stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 65g
- Cholesterol: 175mg