Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of chicken and spinach, a dish that delivers both nourishment and satisfaction. Tender, juicy chicken pairs beautifully with vibrant spinach, creating a colorful meal that’s as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be easily customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and garlic; wash the baby spinach under cold water.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Cook chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place in the skillet, searing each side for about 6 minutes until golden brown.
- Add spinach: When chicken is nearly cooked through, add spinach to the skillet and stir gently until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Finish with lemon: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish while still on heat for added brightness.
- Rest before serving: Remove from heat and cover for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 56g
- Cholesterol: 140mg