Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Chicken Florentine recipe. Tender chicken breasts smothered in a decadent Parmesan cream sauce with a hint of garlic and spinach make for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
- Prepare the sauce: Sauté garlic and onion. Add broth, cream, Parmesan, and seasonings. Simmer. Add spinach.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet. Simmer with sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Use boneless chicken thighs for a richer dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
