Chicken Florentine – BEST Recipe (Creamy & Delicious!)
This dish takes me back to Sunday dinners at my aunt’s place—where laughter echoed through the kitchen and the aroma of creamy spinach and tender chicken filled the air. Chicken Florentine is elegance in a skillet, yet simple enough for a weeknight treat. A rich, creamy sauce meets golden chicken—what’s not to love? Try it tonight and bring restaurant-style comfort right to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 cups fresh spinach
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
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Pour in chicken broth and stir up the browned bits.
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Add cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 3 minutes).
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Stir in spinach until wilted. Add chicken back to pan.
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Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes. Add a touch of lemon if desired.
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Serve hot—goes beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Notes
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Slice chicken evenly to ensure fast, even cooking.
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Fresh baby spinach works best—no need to chop!
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Want it lighter? Use half-and-half instead of cream.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal per serving
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g