This creamy garlic chicken is packed with flavor, made in just one pan, and perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy pan seared chicken is coated in a rich, garlicky Parmesan sauce with sun dried tomatoes and spinach, ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions:
1Season the Chicken: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and paprika over both sides of the chicken pieces.
2Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
4Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer until slightly thickened.
5Add Spinach: Toss in the spinach and let it wilt for about a minute.
6Return Chicken to the Pan: Place the seared chicken back into the pan and spoon the sauce over the top. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7Serve & Enjoy: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes (if desired) and serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
