Description
Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Spinach is a rich and comforting one-skillet dinner featuring golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a velvety garlic Parmesan spinach cream sauce. This easy creamy spinach chicken recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights while still elegant enough for entertaining. Packed with flavor and simple ingredients, this skillet chicken dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
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¾ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups fresh spinach
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½ cup chicken broth
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¾ cup heavy cream
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnish:
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Fresh parsley, chopped
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Red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Season the Chicken:
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. -
Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken cutlets for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove and set aside. -
Sauté Garlic:
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Cook Spinach:
Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. -
Build the Sauce:
Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. -
Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens.
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Combine:
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy spinach sauce over the top. Simmer for 3–5 minutes to blend flavors. -
Garnish with parsley or red pepper flakes if desired and serve warm
Notes
Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoothly and enhances flavor.Avoid boiling the cream sauce to prevent curdling.Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish.For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.Mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes make excellent additions.
