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Creamy Spinach Chicken

Creamy Spinach Chicken

Deliciously Creamy Spinach Chicken is a comforting dish with tender chicken in a rich sauce, perfect for any dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent (about 4-5 minutes), then add garlic for another minute.
  4. Stir in spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
  5. Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted; add chicken broth and stir until smooth. Gradually add Parmesan cheese and simmer until thickened.
  6. Nestle seasoned chicken into the sauce, then transfer to the oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different greens or cheeses for a personal touch.

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