Creamy Garlic Mushroom Spinach Chicken
Tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy garlic sauce with mushrooms, spinach, and Parmesan. Quick to prepare and perfect for a comforting dinner paired with pasta or rice.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet for searing chicken and making sauce
- 1 small bowl for seasoning mix
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken 4-5 minutes each side until cooked through and golden.
- Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm covered with foil.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add mushrooms and cook 3-4 minutes until tender and browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cook 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return chicken to skillet, nestling into sauce, and simmer 2-3 minutes to heat through and combine flavors.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best taste and texture.
- Pat chicken dry to achieve a golden sear.
- Do not overcrowd pan when searing to avoid steaming.
- Taste and adjust sauce seasoning gradually.