Description
Chicken Florentine is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This delectable dish not only satisfies your cravings but also impresses your guests with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, Chicken Florentine is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3. In the same pan, reduce heat slightly and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream, scraping browned bits off the pan. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted, creating a creamy sauce.
- 5. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over each piece, and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- 6. Finish with a splash of lemon juice before serving over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 185mg