Description
Creamy Spinach & Mushroom Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. This recipe features tender chicken smothered in a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it comes together in just 30 minutes. Serve this comforting dish over fluffy rice or pasta to soak up every bit of the luscious sauce, ensuring your family and friends will savor each bite. Nutritious ingredients and versatile serving options make this meal not only satisfying but also a fantastic way to sneak in some healthy greens.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 pieces)
- Fresh garlic (2 cloves)
- Cremini or button mushrooms (8 oz, sliced)
- Fresh baby spinach (4 cups)
- Heavy cream (1 cup)
- Chicken broth (1/2 cup)
- Low-sodium soy sauce (2 tbsp)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping garlic and slicing mushrooms. Rinse spinach and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, then season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and sliced mushrooms for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add spinach until wilted, then pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and soy sauce. Mix well.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it, and simmer on low heat for another few minutes.
- Serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Experiment with fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for added flavor. - For a cheesy twist, sprinkle grated Parmesan before serving. - Substitute chicken with firm tofu or seitan for a vegetarian version.