Chicken Florentine Style
550kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts tender and easy to cook
- to taste Salt for seasoning
- to taste Black pepper for seasoning
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil adds rich flavor
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter enhances creaminess
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 6 ounces Fresh spinach or frozen if needed
- 1 cup Heavy cream or use half-and-half
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional for heat
For Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley optional
Method
Cooking Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the chicken breasts for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest on a plate.
- Add butter to the skillet and let it melt.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Incorporate fresh spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, cooking until sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with pasta, rice, or salad.
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories550kcalCarbohydrates7gProtein34gFat44gSaturated Fat20gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat10gCholesterol150mgSodium800mgPotassium600mgFiber3gSugar2gVitamin A12000IUVitamin C20mgCalcium300mgIron2mg
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption. Avoid overcooking garlic to prevent bitterness. Use frozen spinach if needed, and allow sauce to simmer gently to avoid curdling.