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30-Minute Creamy Chicken with Spinach Dinner

30-Minute Creamy Chicken with Spinach Dinner

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  • Author: Jake
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Main Dish
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This 30-minute creamy chicken with spinach dinner is a quick, flavorful, and comforting dish. Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a creamy sauce with garlic, spinach, and Parmesan, making it a perfect weeknight meal that’s rich in flavor yet simple to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken:
    1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
    2. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
    3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  2. Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
    1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
    2. Add the heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring to combine.
    3. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the Spinach:
    1. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted.
    2. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine and Serve:
    1. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, nestling it into the creamy spinach sauce.
    2. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Serve:
    1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the creamy chicken with spinach over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For added richness, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • If you prefer a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.
  • Add some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or sauté mushrooms along with the garlic for extra depth of flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

Find it online: https://justworthi.com/30-minute-creamy-chicken-with-spinach-dinner/