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Chicken Florentine Recipe

Chicken Florentine Recipe: Discover the Secret to Flavor!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A delicious Chicken Florentine recipe featuring tender chicken breasts served on a bed of spinach and topped with a creamy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
  3. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  6. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
  • Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg