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Creamy Tomato Spinach Chicken

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A comforting one-pan creamy tomato spinach chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce with fresh spinach and parmesan.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream, stir, and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Stir in parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it well with the sauce.
  9. Simmer for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for more juiciness.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Frozen spinach can be used if thawed and well-drained.
  • Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or bread to soak up the sauce.

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