Description
Chicken Florentine is a creamy, garlicky, one-skillet dish featuring seared chicken breasts, fresh spinach, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups fresh spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and minced garlic. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
5. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
6. Return chicken to skillet and simmer 2–3 more minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
Add a splash of cream when reheating leftovers.
Serve with pasta, potatoes, or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 540
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 130
Keywords: chicken, florentine, creamy chicken, one pan