Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken with Spinach is a rich and comforting dish that delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Tender, golden-seared chicken is smothered in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce with fresh spinach, making it the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add the Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for a couple of minutes. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter to the sauce.
- Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes.
- Use chicken thighs for an even juicier version.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Mediterranean