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One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Spinach Recipe

One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Spinach Recipe
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Creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach come together in this flavorful Italian-inspired one-pan dish. With a creamy sauce and tender chicken, this meal is both easy to make and delicious to enjoy.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pan
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts or chicken tenderloins

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup finely diced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups spinach leaves, about 3 ounces
  • Optional: chopped fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan, season chicken, and cook until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté butter, onions, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Add cream, broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese. Simmer until creamy.
  3. Finish the Dish: Stir in Parmesan and spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Return chicken to the pan to warm through. Serve hot, garnished with basil if desired.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking fresh chicken; simply add it to the sauce at the end to warm through.

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