Description
Creamy Spinach Chicken Recipe is a fast, one-skillet dinner packed with rich flavor and nutritious greens. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect over pasta or rice. Try it tonight and make dinner deliciously simple!
Ingredients
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1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 lb thin-cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3)
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1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp apple cider vinegar
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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5 oz baby spinach (about 5 packed cups)
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Cooked pasta or steamed rice, for serving
Instructions
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Slice onion and mince garlic.
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Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and coat lightly with flour.
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Sear chicken in olive oil, 1.5 minutes per side, then set aside.
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Whisk together broth, heavy cream, sour cream, soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic powder.
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Sauté onions in butter until soft, then add garlic and red pepper flakes.
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Stir in cream mixture, simmer 3–4 minutes.
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Fold in spinach until wilted. Return chicken to skillet and cook until fully done.
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Serve over pasta or rice.
Notes
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Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
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For extra thickness, simmer longer or add cornstarch slurry.
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Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g