Description
This Spinach Artichoke Chicken is a creamy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Tender chicken cutlets are cooked to golden perfection and then simmered in a rich sauce with artichoke hearts, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook until golden brown on each side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add chicken broth, cream cheese, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, until the cream cheese is melted and smooth.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped artichoke hearts and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash more chicken broth.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in Parmesan cheese and return the chicken to the skillet. Cook until chicken is heated through and the sauce is bubbly. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with the sauce spooned over the chicken.
Notes
- Cream Cheese: Soften cream cheese for easier mixing.
- Spinach: Use fresh or thawed frozen spinach (squeeze out excess water if using frozen).
- Chicken: Adjust cooking time if using smaller or larger chicken breasts.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with rice pilaf, mashed potatoes, or your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
