Ah, Mushroom and Spinach Chicken—a quick, flavorful, and healthy skillet dish that’s creamy, garlicky, and perfect for weeknights. Here’s the full breakdown:
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts – 2–4, boneless and skinless
- Salt & pepper – to taste
- Olive oil or butter – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2–3 cloves, minced
- Mushrooms – 8 oz, sliced (button or cremini)
- Spinach – 3–4 cups fresh
- Heavy cream or half-and-half – ½–¾ cup (optional for creamy version)
- Chicken broth – ½ cup (for a lighter version)
- Parmesan cheese – ¼ cup grated (optional)
- Herbs – thyme, oregano, or parsley for flavor
Step-by-Step Cooking
- Cook the chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook mushrooms & garlic:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more butter or oil.
- Sauté mushrooms until they release moisture and turn golden (5–7 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add spinach:
- Toss in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Make the sauce:
- Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in chicken broth and/or cream.
- Add Parmesan cheese if using.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine & serve:
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
💡 Tips:
- Use thin chicken breasts or pound them evenly for faster cooking.
- For more flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding cream.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 2–3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying the chicken.
If you want, I can give you a super-creamy 20-minute version that’s restaurant-quality but easy enough for a weeknight.
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