Delicious Chicken Spinach Cream

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This fast Italian-style meal pairs seared chicken with garden-fresh spinach bathed in a white wine cream blend. It's simple enough for everyday cooking but fancy enough for guests.
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Updated on Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:12:32 GMT
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This Chicken Florentine brings Tuscan flair straight to your home. The dish really shines when juicy chicken gets coated in a creamy garlic sauce packed with wilted spinach. I've tweaked this meal for years in my own home and trust me, it turns any regular weeknight into something special without spending forever in the kitchen.

Why You'll Fall For This Dish

I'm crazy about how this meal takes basic stuff and makes it feel fancy. The sauce hugs each piece of chicken perfectly, balancing the garlic and fresh greens just right. And the best thing? You'll have dinner ready in half an hour, and yep, you can enjoy that wine while you're cooking too.

What You'll Need

  • Chicken: I cut my chicken breasts thinly for perfect tenderness every time.
  • Garlic Powder: Enough to flavor the chicken without going overboard.
  • Flour: This helps get that nice golden outside I can't resist.
  • Butter & Olive Oil: Together they create amazing taste and perfect color.
  • Garlic: Always go with freshly minced for the best flavor kick.
  • Dry White Wine: I grab pinot grigio but you can use any dry white you've got.
  • Chicken Broth: Gives the sauce wonderful richness.
  • Italian Seasoning: My go-to herb mix for this meal.
  • Heavy Cream: Creates that incredibly smooth sauce texture.
  • Spinach: Fresh baby leaves add nice color and goodness.
  • Parmesan: I always grate mine fresh at home.

How To Make It

Get Your Chicken Ready
Slice chicken into thin pieces, add seasoning, then lightly dust with flour.
Cook The Chicken
Heat your pan with the butter-oil mixture, then cook chicken until you get that beautiful golden color.
Cook The Garlic
Toss in more butter and let those garlic bits release their amazing smell.
Create Your Sauce
Add the wine and enjoy that sizzle, then mix in broth and seasonings, letting everything bubble together.
Bring It All Together
Stir in the cream, let spinach soften, then put chicken back in, sprinkle parmesan on top and you're done.

Pro Tips From My Kitchen

I sometimes use Herbs de Provence for a different taste or throw in some mushrooms that taste amazing with the sauce. Don't have wine? Just use extra chicken broth with a bit of Dijon mustard instead. Always grab the full-fat cream because it won't break apart in your sauce.

Perfect Pairings

The sauce is so tasty you'll want something to catch every drop, so I usually put it over pasta or smooth mashed potatoes. For lighter meals, just add a simple arugula salad. And grab some crusty bread too—you'll want it for that sauce.

Storing What's Left

Store anything extra in a sealed container and it'll stay good for 3-4 days in your fridge. When you warm it up, go slow and low so the sauce stays nice and creamy. I wouldn't try freezing this one though—both the sauce and spinach come out weird after thawing.

What Makes It Special

The thing I really dig about this dish is how it transforms regular stuff from your kitchen into something that feels kinda fancy. You get that smooth sauce, tender chicken, and the spinach makes you feel like you're being a bit healthy while treating yourself.

Switch Things Up

Don't be afraid to experiment with this one—chicken thighs work great too. I've used kale instead of spinach when I want something with more bite. If you can't do dairy, try coconut cream, just know it'll taste a bit different.

Fan Favorite Features

This meal always gets compliments whether it's just family dinner or having company over. The flavors are deep but not too much, and that sauce has everyone going for more. It hits that sweet spot between comfort food and something a little fancy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ What type of white wine works best?
Go for something dry like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. Skip the sweet stuff or cooking wines - they won't taste as good.
→ Can I swap out the heavy cream?
Stick with heavy cream for the best results. Milk or half-and-half might make your sauce runny and it could break apart.
→ Why should I slice the chicken?
Cutting the chicken down the middle makes thinner pieces that cook faster and more evenly throughout.
→ How can I tell the chicken is fully cooked?
Your chicken should hit 165°F inside and look golden brown outside. This usually takes around 4-5 minutes on each side.
→ What sides go well with this?
Try serving it with some pasta, rice, or a chunk of crusty bread to mop up all that yummy sauce.

Chicken Spinach Cream Dish

Seared chicken mixed with garlicky wilted spinach swimming in a luscious white wine sauce topped with parmesan. A fancy-looking dinner ready in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 2 big chicken breasts, sliced down the middle.
02 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic.
03 Salt and pepper as needed.
04 Flour for coating.
05 1 tablespoon olive oil.
06 2 tablespoons butter, split.
07 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped.
08 1/2 cup white wine, dry variety.
09 1/4 cup chicken stock.
10 1/4 teaspoon herbs from Italy.
11 1 cup thick cream.
12 2 cups baby spinach leaves, not packed tight.
13 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated.

Instructions

Step 01

Slice chicken breasts down the middle, sprinkle with powdered garlic, salt and pepper. Roll in flour.

Step 02

Fry chicken using oil and butter for about 4-5 minutes each side till golden brown. Set aside.

Step 03

Sauté garlic with leftover butter. Pour in wine, stock, and herbs. Let bubble away for 3-5 minutes.

Step 04

Pour in cream, let it simmer for 2 minutes. Toss in spinach.

Step 05

Put chicken back in the pan, cook another 4-5 minutes till fully done. Sprinkle parmesan on top.

Notes

  1. Takes just 30 minutes to make.
  2. You can put spinach in last minute if you want it less wilted.
  3. Goes great with a side of pasta or crusty bread.

Tools You'll Need

  • Big frying pan.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy stuff like butter, cream, and parmesan.
  • Has wheat from the flour.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 509
  • Total Fat: 38 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6 g
  • Protein: 31 g