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Weeknight • Chicken

Creamy Tomato and Spinach Chicken

Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy tomato and spinach sauce that comes together in one pan.

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Creamy Tomato and Spinach Chicken

Dinner just got a whole lot more delicious and a lot less complicated! This Creamy Tomato and Spinach Chicken is a truly satisfying meal that looks impressive but is incredibly simple to execute. With tender chicken breasts nestled in a luscious sauce, it's perfect for a cozy weeknight and comes together almost entirely in one pan. Pair it with rice or crusty bread for soaking up every last drop!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2-3), halved horizontally to create thinner cutlets
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.

  5. Step 5

    Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired. Delicious with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

Tips

  • For a tangier sauce, add a splash of balsamic vinegar with the tomatoes.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use half-and-half or even milk, though the sauce will be thinner.
  • Slice the cooked chicken breasts before returning them to the pan for easier serving.

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