Marry Me Chicken
A creamy, flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh garlic, and vibrant spinach, perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one minute.
- Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet, cooking for around five minutes on each side until they’re golden brown.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping any brown bits from the skillet to enhance the flavor.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until everything comes together smoothly.
- Fold in the fresh spinach and let it wilt for about two minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
This dish pairs well with garlic bread and a simple side salad. For an elevated flavor, add fresh herbs like basil or thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 399
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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