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Chicken Thighs with Creamy Spinach Sauce

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This Chicken Thighs with Creamy Spinach Sauce is a one-skillet wonder packed with flavor. Juicy, golden-seared chicken thighs are smothered in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce with spinach for a comforting and quick weeknight dinner that feels elegant and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ small onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 3 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté onion until soft.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
  9. Return chicken thighs to the pan and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  10. Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes if using. Serve hot with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Substitute chicken breasts (thinly sliced) if preferred.
  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and omit cheese.
  • Add mushrooms or Dijon mustard for deeper flavor.
  • To make it spicy, increase red pepper flakes or add cayenne.
  • Frozen spinach works in a pinch — thaw and squeeze dry before using.

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