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Chicken Florentine

Creamy Chicken Florentine Ready in 30 Minutes Flat

This 30-Minute Chicken Florentine features a creamy, garlicky sauce and vibrant spinach, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast cutlets Ensure they're ¼ inch thin for quick cooking.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds depth of flavor.
  • to taste salt Essential for taste.
  • to taste black pepper Essential for taste.
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour Dredging helps create a golden crust.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Ideal for pan-searing the chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Provides richness to the sauce.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced) Enhances flavor profile.
  • ½ cup dry white wine Adds acidity and depth.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Enhances the sauce flavor.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Creates that rich, creamy texture.
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese Adds flavor and thickness.
For the Veggie Boost
  • 4 cups baby spinach Provides color and nutrition.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by seasoning the chicken cutlets with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Cook chicken cutlets for 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in white wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Add parmesan cheese, stirring until melted, then fold in baby spinach until wilted.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, simmer in the sauce for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 45gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Best enjoyed fresh.

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