Description
Creamy Chicken Mushroom Spinach Skillet is a delightful, one-pan meal that combines tender chicken with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families seeking comfort food without the hassle. Pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and butter. Cook seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms until browned. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted (or thawed frozen spinach).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Garnish with parsley or thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 150mg