Description
This Creamy Garlic Skillet Chicken with Spinach is an easy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken cutlets in a rich garlic and white wine sauce, complemented by fresh spinach and a splash of heavy cream. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it offers a comforting yet healthy meal with a luscious texture and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Units
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Chicken
- 1 pound chicken cutlets
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
Cookware & Oil
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Garlic & Liquids
- 3 large cloves garlic, grated
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
Vegetables & Cream
- 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- **Prepare the chicken:** Sprinkle the chicken cutlets with ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper on both sides. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes, turning once. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- **Cook the garlic:** In the same skillet, add the grated garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- **Deglaze with wine:** Increase the heat to medium-high. Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced, about 1 minute.
- **Add vegetables and cream:** Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped spinach, heavy cream, and remaining salt and pepper. Stir well and simmer for about 2 minutes until spinach is wilted and sauce slightly thickens.
- **Combine chicken with sauce:** Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, turning to coat with the sauce. Let it heat through for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute other greens like kale or broccoli if preferred.
- Fresh garlic provides a bolder flavor; powdered garlic can be used as a substitute, but may alter the taste slightly.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles to make it more filling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce (about 1/4 cup sauce)
- Calories: 299
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 337mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 116mg
