Description
A rich, creamy one-pan chicken recipe with mushrooms and spinach that’s perfect for weeknights. Quick to make, packed with flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 cutlets)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups sliced cremini or baby bella mushrooms
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (optional, for thinning sauce)
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. Add mushrooms to the same pan and sauté for 4–5 minutes until browned. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in cream and add Parmesan. Simmer 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add red pepper flakes if using.
5. Stir in spinach until wilted. Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 2–3 more minutes until well coated. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes, noodles, or cauliflower mash.
To reheat, warm gently with a splash of cream or broth.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Does not freeze well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: creamy chicken, chicken skillet, chicken with spinach, one-pan chicken, chicken mushroom spinach