Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (optional for light breading)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper; coat them lightly with bread crumbs if desired.
- Add the chicken to the pan. Cook each side until golden, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
- Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring it’s coated in the creamy sauce.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through completely.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread. Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: chicken, creamy, spinach, garlic, quick dinner