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Light Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach

Light Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach

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  • Author: Karine Cerda
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 people 1x
  • Category: Generat
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian/Tuscan
  • Diet: Low-Cal

Description

A tender chicken breast dish with a rich, herb-infused spinach and garlic cream sauce. This one-pan Tuscan recipe balances bold flavors with a lighter texture, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal using minimal ingredients.


Ingredients

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4 (6-ounce each) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 cups (200g) fresh spinach
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup light cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Heat skillet over medium-high with olive oil until golden
Add garlic, cook for 1 minute
Transfer to oven, bake 20-25 minutes
Stir in spinach until wilted, add cream and parmesan
Return to oven for 5 minutes
Let rest 5 minutes before serving


Notes

For halal: substitute chicken with halal-certified thighs
Use coconut milk instead of cream
test for doneness with instant-read thermometer
Serve with pasta or zucchini noodles


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg