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One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Spinach

Creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in this easy Italian dinner done in 20 minutes. It's all done in one pan so you don't have to do dishes!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 621 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 1.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts or chicken tenderloins
  • 2 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 1/3 cup finely diced onion
  • 3 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 3 cups spinach leaves (about 3 ounces)
  • optional chopped fresh basil

Instructions

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  1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts well with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 3-5 minutes per side or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Remove from the skillet and place on a plate.
  2. Add the butter, onions, garlic, and crushed red pepper to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the cream, chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese. Simmer over medium heat for a couple of minutes, whisking until creamy.
  4. Stir in the Parmesan and spinach and simmer until spinach has wilted. The longer you cook the sauce the thicker it will be. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken to the pan in the sauce until warmed then serve. Garnish with fresh chopped basil if desired. Serve plain, over pasta, or over cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.

Notes

  • CAN I USE ROTISSERIE CHICKEN?
  • Yes, just skip step one and add the chicken to the sauce at the end until warm.
  • Source: The Girl Who Ate Everything

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 621kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 44g (88%) Fat 51g (78%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 621

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 621kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 44g 88%
Fat 51g 78%
Fiber 1g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.