Creamy Chicken Breast in Spinach Parmesan Sauce: A Delightful Dinner
A rich and creamy chicken dish that combines tender chicken breast with spinach and a cheesy Parmesan sauce for a delightful dinner experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in the pan until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well.
- Add Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and combined.
- Return chicken to the pan and coat with the sauce.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with a low-fat alternative.
- This dish pairs well with rice or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg