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Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Creamy Spinach and Mushrooms Chicken recipe is a delicious and comforting dish made with tender chicken breasts cooked in ghee, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal, it combines creamy, savory flavors with simple ingredients to create a satisfying entree served in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Paprika, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons ghee (or butter)

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 6 oz fresh spinach

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 oz Parmesan cheese, shredded or grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Fry Chicken: If your chicken breasts are thick, slice them horizontally in the middle to ensure even cooking. Heat 4 tablespoons of ghee in a deep skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, adjusting salt cautiously as Parmesan cheese will add saltiness later.
  2. Cook the Other Side: Flip the chicken breasts and sprinkle the other side with salt, pepper, and paprika. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes on medium heat, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  3. Remove Chicken and Keep Warm: Once cooked, transfer the chicken breasts to a plate and cover them to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: Using the same skillet with the remaining ghee and juices, add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté over medium heat until the mushrooms are soft and the onions are translucent.
  5. Add Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir occasionally as it wilts down, reducing in volume by about three to four times.
  6. Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir well. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, then stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  7. Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let everything simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors meld and the chicken stays warm.

Notes

  • Adjust salt carefully as Parmesan cheese is naturally salty.
  • Use fresh spinach for best texture and flavor.
  • You can substitute ghee with butter if preferred.
  • Serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/creamy-spinach-and-mushroom-chicken-recipe/