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A quick and delicious recipe featuring juicy seared chicken breasts nestled in wilted spinach and topped with a creamy lemon-garlic Parmesan sauce.

  • Total Time: 47 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Add chicken breasts and cook about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Add fresh spinach and stir for about 3 minutes until wilted.
  8. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring and scraping up browned bits from the pan bottom.
  9. Nestle chicken back into the skillet among the spinach and sauce, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Transfer skillet contents to the prepared baking dish if necessary.
  11. Bake for about 25 minutes or until chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  12. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Allowing the chicken to rest after baking helps keep it juicy and tender., Using fresh spinach improves texture and flavor compared to frozen spinach., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days., Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet over medium heat; add a splash of cream during reheating for a richer sauce., Variations include swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu, adding smoky paprika, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 37 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Protein: 41g