Golden-Seared Chicken Breasts with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Spinach
Enjoy this delightful dish of golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic mushroom sauce, complemented with fresh spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and mushrooms and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir until well combined.
- Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring it is coated in the sauce.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic and herbs before cooking.
- Serve with a side of rice or pasta for a complete meal.