Description
A delicious and creamy chicken dish infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze, then add the heavy cream, thyme, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to thicken slightly.
- Add the chopped spinach and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or Greek yogurt.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition. Sauté them with the garlic before adding the cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg