Creamy Spinach Chicken Recipe – For The Spice Lovers Out There!
Tender chicken and creamy sauce with spinach and cheese, this dish is the definition of comfort food. Not only will it be a treat for your taste buds but it is also a step up in terms of spices used. If you don’t want an elaborate recipe, then this chicken dinner is perfect for you.
Ingredients for Spinach Chicken
- 30g unsalted butter
- 240g baby spinach
- 4 chicken breasts, finely chopped.
- 4 garlic cloves, minced.
- 200ml double cream
- 40g cheese
- Rice for serving.
Steps For Preparation
Step 1: Cooking Chicken
Add half of the butter in a large frying pan, add the chopped chicken in it and add salt and pepper to taste. The quantity of these spices depends on your personal preference. Cook the chicken for 2 to 4 minutes on medium flame and stir it frequently. Turn the stove off once the chicken is cooked, add double cream in it and stir.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Pour out the remaining liquid from the pan, and dry the pan. In the same pan add the left butter and heat it at medium temperature and move it around to cover the base. Next, add the strips of chicken breasts and pan-fry them for one to two minutes, while turning them about till they are slightly golden colored. Afterwards, sprinkle them with salt and pepper. After adding the garlic, stir-fry for a minute before adding the double cream. Allow it to simmer for 15 minutes while regularly stirring it with care so that the cream does not boil while waiting for the chicken to cook completely.
Step 3: Combine with Spinach and Cheese
For this next step, ensure to squeeze out any extra liquid before adding 30g of the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and the spinach that is wilting. After that, pour in the melted cheese and let the chicken cook completely. To ensure the chicken is well cooked, stab its thickest portion and see if the fluid squeezing out is clear.
Step 4: Serve
Finally, sprinkle some of the remaining cheese over the chicken, and add the oodles of creamy sauce. You can have this alongside rice or some nicely cooked potatoes.
Tips for Making the Perfect Creamy Spinach Chicken
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Always try to use fresh spinach and quality chicken for better flavor of your dish.
- Don’t Overcook the Cream: Simmer the cream on low heat to avoid it curdling due to overheating.
- Customize Your Dish: You can also incorporate other vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers for an enhanced flavor and nutritional value.
Your family will surely love this creamy spinach chicken dish! Want something satisfying but healthy and easy to make? Try this one!