Description

Creamy Chicken Florentine is a comforting yet elegant dish featuring pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic parmesan cream sauce with fresh baby spinach. It’s a one-skillet meal perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining.

Ingredients

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into cutlets)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)

1 cup chicken broth

3/4 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon dried basil

3 cups fresh baby spinach

Optional: chopped parsley and lemon wedges for garnish

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Instructions

Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
Deglaze the pan with white wine (or chicken broth), scraping up brown bits. Let it reduce by half, about 2–3 minutes.
Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, onion powder, and dried basil. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for 2 more minutes to heat through.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend or skip dredging the chicken.

Add sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.

Swap chicken with boneless pork chops or shrimp for a twist.

Use chopped kale instead of spinach for a heartier green.

Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 460 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 540 mg
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 14 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 140 mg