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Indulgent Creamy Mushroom Chicken with Spinach: A Decadent Delight

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A creamy, savory dish featuring chicken, mushrooms, and spinach, perfect for a cozy dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and stems removed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather and prepare all ingredients, washing spinach and slicing mushrooms.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, cook mushrooms for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scrape the skillet, bring to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened.
  6. Fold in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve garnished with parsley.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Keep an eye on the garlic to prevent burning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg