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Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Chicken Skillet

A perfectly seared chicken breast nestled in a rich, creamy sauce with spinach and sliced mushrooms in a skillet.
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Prepare a rich, flavorful chicken dinner using only one skillet. This recipe combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce, mushrooms, and fresh spinach for a simple weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Add the fresh spinach to the sauce, stirring until it wilts completely. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
  10. Serve immediately directly from the skillet.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, but the sauce may be thinner.
  • Serve this skillet meal over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce.
  • If you prefer thighs over breasts, adjust the cooking time accordingly.

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