Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise (4 thinner pieces)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Flour for dredging
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup heavy or whipping cream
2 cups loosely packed fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Chicken breasts for main base and lean protein
Fresh baby spinach adds nutrition and a fresh touch
Heavy cream for creamy, flavorful sauce
Garlic for creamy, flavorful sauce
Italian seasoning for creamy, flavorful sauce
Instructions
1-First, season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides, then coat them in flour to give them a nice golden crust.
2-Next, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then pan-fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until itβs golden brown, and set it aside to rest.
3-In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds to release its aroma.
4-Pour in the white wine, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning, then cook for 3-5 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
5-Stir in the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes, then add the spinach to wilt it down.
6-Finally, return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens, then sprinkle on the freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
7-Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, and youβre ready to enjoy.
Last Step:
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π΄ Cutting chicken breasts in half lengthwise ensures faster, juicier cooking.
π· Substitute white wine with chicken broth plus Β½ teaspoon Dijon mustard if unavailable.
π Add mushrooms to the skillet for an enhanced savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 calories
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 550 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 38 grams
- Cholesterol: 140 milligrams
