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Creamy Spinach and Mushrooms Chicken

A creamy, savory chicken dish featuring seared chicken breasts, earthy mushrooms, and a rich parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts, trimmed Slice in half horizontally if thicker than 1 inch.
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons Ghee (or unsalted butter) Gives a nutty flavor and high smoke point; use butter for a richer flavor.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced Cremini or white button work well.
  • 6 ounces Fresh spinach Can use frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed.
  • 6 ounces Parmesan cheese, shredded or finely grated Use off heat to avoid graininess.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For a lighter version, swap for half-and-half.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt, pepper, paprika Season to preference.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • If breasts are thicker than 1 inch, slice horizontally to make cutlets.

Cooking Chicken

  • Heat a deep skillet over medium heat and add 2 tbsp ghee.
  • When shimmering, add chicken and fry for 3–4 minutes without moving until the underside is golden.
  • Flip chicken, add another 1–2 tbsp ghee if needed, season, and cook for 3–4 more minutes until cooked through (165°F/74°C).
  • Remove chicken to a plate and tent loosely with foil.

Sauce Preparation

  • In the same skillet, add remaining ghee if the pan is dry, then add onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook until soft and browned, about 5–6 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
  • Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer; do not boil.
  • Add parmesan a little at a time, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.

Serving

  • Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with extra parmesan and black pepper.
  • Serve with buttery mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, or lemon-herb quinoa.

Notes

For best results, do not overcrowd the pan when searing. Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect doneness. Can be frozen for up to 2–3 months.
Keyword Creamy Chicken, Easy Dinner, Mushroom Sauce, Skillet Meal, Spinach Chicken