Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms
Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms is a comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts sautéed to perfection, combined with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. In just about 30 minutes, you can prepare this delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Its versatility allows you to customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs, making it a true crowd-pleaser. Serve it over rice or pasta, and watch as it becomes a new family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- Fresh spinach (optional)
- Broth or cream substitute (not included in ingredients)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release moisture (about 5-6 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet with vegetables and stir in spinach until wilted.
- Pour in your choice of broth or cream substitute to create a creamy sauce. Simmer for a few minutes until well combined.
- Serve warm over rice or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg