Description
A creamy and comforting Chicken Florentine dish, perfect for easy weeknight dinners that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the fresh spinach to the same skillet and sauté until wilted.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually add the Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until it melts and thickens.
- If using lemon juice, add it now and return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, try adding extra lemon zest, sautéed mushrooms, or fresh herbs for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 120mg