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Classic Chicken Florentine

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Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Sauté Onion and Garlic:
    • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Deglaze with White Wine:
    • Pour the white wine (or chicken broth) into the skillet to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
  • Make the Cream Sauce:
    • Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to cook until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Wilt the Spinach:
    • Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts.
  • Return the Chicken:
    • Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the chicken. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-4 minutes to heat through.
  • Serve:
    • Serve the chicken breasts over the creamy spinach, spooning extra sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

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