Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Flour for dredging
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter divided
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup heavy or whipping cream
2 cups loosely packed fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1-Getting started with this Chicken Florentine Recipe is as easy as following a few simple steps. First, cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 thinner pieces for even cooking. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then coat them lightly with flour to help them crisp up.
2-Next, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until itβs golden brown, then set it aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds until it smells amazing.
3-Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup chicken broth, and 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning, letting it simmer for 3-5 minutes to reduce. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and let it bubble for 2 minutes, then add 2 cups of fresh baby spinach. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook over medium heat for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens nicely.
4-Finally, sprinkle 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. This step-by-step approach ensures a delicious result every time, and itβs fun to see how the flavors meld together.
Last Step:
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π΄ Slice chicken thinner to cook faster and keep tender.
π§ Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal flavor.
πΏ Add spinach towards the end if you prefer less wilted greens.
π Try adding mushrooms for variation.
π· Substitute chicken broth plus Dijon mustard if you donβt have white wine.
β Avoid substituting heavy cream with milk to maintain sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: SautΓ©ing and simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 509 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 463 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
