Description
Savor a quick and flavorful chicken and spinach dish, perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Rinse the spinach under cold water. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the chopped chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture, add Parmesan cheese, and stir gently until melted (about 1 minute).
- Serve immediately on its own or over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Substitute spinach with kale for a different flavor profile. Adding feta cheese can enhance the dish's taste. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.