Description
This creamy garlic chicken with spinach is a delicious and quick meal that is perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup flour (for breading)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until creamy.
- Return chicken to the pan and coat with the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts in garlic and herbs prior to cooking.
- Feel free to substitute the heavy cream with a lighter alternative for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and spinach
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg