Creamy Garlic Chicken Spinach (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken in creamy garlic sauce with spinach. Perfect for quick, comforting dinners full of flavor.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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120 millilitres chicken broth
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33 grams grated Parmesan cheese
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90 grams fresh spinach
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
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Pat chicken breasts dry, then season each side generously with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken breasts in the pan and sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
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In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
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Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to blend. Add grated Parmesan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to gently simmer and thicken.
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Toss fresh spinach into the pan. Sauté until the leaves are just wilted, stirring to combine evenly with the sauce.
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Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the creamy garlic sauce. Heat through briefly before serving hot with your preferred accompaniment.
# Additional Information:
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For a lighter sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
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Swap spinach for kale for a hearty alternative.
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Pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice to complement the creamy sauce.