Description
Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms is a delightful dish that blends tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and fresh spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, offering a wonderful balance of flavors and textures that your family and friends will adore. The combination of aromatic garlic and onions enhances the natural taste of the chicken, while the vibrant colors make it a visually appealing centerpiece on any table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Cream or plant-based alternative
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until soft.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring everything together.
- Add cream or plant-based alternative along with spinach; stir until spinach wilts and all ingredients are coated in creaminess.
- Serve hot over rice, pasta, or on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg