Chicken Spinach Mushrooms
A creamy and flavorful dish combining tender chicken breasts with sautéed spinach and mushrooms, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream Use coconut cream for a lighter option
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Optional Serving
- as needed grated Parmesan cheese Optional for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Season your chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cooking
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the pan and let them rest.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, followed by minced garlic. Stir for about a minute, then add the sliced mushrooms. Cook until they’re softened and browned, around 5 minutes.
- Toss in the spinach, cooking until it wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream (or coconut cream) and allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until it’s slightly thickened.
- Slice your chicken and place it back into the skillet with the creamy mixture. Cook together for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well coated and heated through.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding thyme or rosemary when sautéing the mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.