Creamy Chicken Florentine
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5.0
42 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
678 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Creamy Chicken Florentine
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This is always a favorite when served to family and/or guests. Simmering the seared chicken in the creamy sauce ensures it will stay juicy and deeply flavorful. Serve over pasta or steamed rice!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon olive oil divided
- 16 oz fresh spinach washed, dried, and stems removed
- 6 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, about 2 to 2¼ lbs (See NOTES)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 shallot chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup Parmesan Cheese divided, grated, plus more for topping
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice from half of the lemon
- ½ ts red pepper flakes optional
- 8 oz pasta cooked
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Transfer spinach to a colander and press with a large spoon to release excess liquid. Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and then season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a clean platter or plate.
- To the same skillet, add the shallot and cook for about 2 minutes, or until soft. (If the pan is dry, add a little more oil). Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in stock and cream, scraping up any browned bits, and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Meanwhile, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and cut it into strips or bite-sized pieces. Add back into the sauce and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced by about 1 cup.
- Off heat, stir in the cooked spinach, ½ cup Parmesan, lemon zest, juice from half a lemon, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and the red pepper flakes.
- Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat broiler to HIGH.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan over the top of the chicken florentine.
- Broil until golden brown, about 3 - 5 minutes, or less (keep a close eye, broilers vary!). Serve at once over cooked pasta or steamed rice.
Notes
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- This recipe calls for about 2 to 2½ lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts. If the chicken breasts are extra large (as they often are), you'll only need 3 breasts. Use a sharp knife to split them in half, lengthwise.
- You can cut the chicken into bite-sized strips, or leave them whole. It's a matter of taste.
- Be sure to taste the sauce before serving. You may need to add a little more salt.
- Leftovers are amazing and will keep covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. We don't recommend freezing this dish as the cream could break down.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
678kcal
(34%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
61g
(122%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
200mg
(67%)
Sodium
592mg
(25%)
Potassium
1076mg
(31%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
776IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
201mg
(20%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 678 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 678kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 61g | 122% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 200mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 1076mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 776IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 201mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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