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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe

One Pan Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe

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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
Total 30 minutes
This creamy spinach artichoke chicken recipe delivers tender seared chicken in a rich, cheesy sauce in about 30–40 minutes, so you can get dinner on the table without fuss. You’ll love how quickly a restaurant-quality dinner comes together when you use one pan and a handful of simple ingredients.
Servings 6 Servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 6 chicken breasts boneless skinless pounded to equal thickness
  • salt + black pepper to season
  • 2 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 tablespoon butter divided
  • 2 shallots minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans artichoke hearts 15 ounce cans , drained and roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces baby spinach fresh
  • ½ cup chicken broth low-sodium or water
  • 1.5 cup half-and-half plus more as needed
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • parsley fresh to garnish

Method

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Transfer the chicken breasts to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Drizzle with approximately 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Mix well to coat all sides of the chicken evenly.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Once hot, add approximately 1 tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
  3. Working in batches if necessary, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.
  4. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until golden brown and nearly cooked through.
  5. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage, as it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Prepare the Creamy Sauce
  1. Return the skillet to medium heat.
  2. Add the butter and chopped shallots.
  3. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the artichoke hearts, fresh spinach, and chicken broth.
  6. Cook until the spinach has wilted.
  7. Pour in the half-and-half and stir well.
  8. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, being careful not to let it boil.
  9. Add the mozzarella cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
Finish Cooking the Chicken
  1. Return the chicken breasts and any accumulated juices to the skillet.
  2. Nestle the chicken into the sauce.
  3. Reduce the heat if necessary to maintain a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. The sauce should be creamy and slightly thickened.
Garnish
  1. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the chicken and sauce.
  2. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve
  1. Serve hot with:
  2. Pasta
  3. Rice
  4. Mashed potatoes
  5. Roasted vegetables
  6. Crusty bread
  7. Spoon plenty of the creamy spinach-artichoke sauce over each serving.
Enjoy
  1. This Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Chicken combines tender, golden chicken breasts with a rich sauce made from spinach, artichokes, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic. Inspired by the flavors of classic spinach-artichoke dip, it's a comforting yet elegant meal that's perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
  2. Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, every bite is satisfying and delicious.

Nutrition

Serving1ServingCalories531kcalCarbohydrates10gProtein55gFat29gSaturated Fat12gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat11gTrans Fat0.3gCholesterol191mgSodium854mgPotassium1095mgFiber3gSugar4gVitamin A2354IUVitamin C10mgCalcium227mgIron2mg

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