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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Spinach Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with fresh spinach. This easy-to-make Italian-American dish combines vibrant flavors and a luscious texture, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables

  • 3 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and evenly season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to enhance the flavor.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned to release the aromatic flavors.
  4. Create Sauce Base: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer, which will help thicken the sauce slightly.
  5. Add Parmesan Cheese: Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth, rich, and creamy, ensuring the cheese melts fully without clumping.
  6. Wilt Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until just wilted, preserving its vibrant color and tender texture.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy sauce and spinach over the chicken, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
  8. Simmer and Serve: Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors and ensure the chicken is heated through. Serve warm, ideally over your choice of pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the creamiest and smoothest sauce texture.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms to the sauce for extra flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/creamy-garlic-parmesan-chicken-with-spinach-recipe/