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Close-up of Lemon Spinach Parmesan Chicken with creamy sauce, fresh spinach, and lemon slices in a skillet

Lemon Spinach Parmesan Chicken


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Juicy chicken breasts in a creamy lemon parmesan sauce with fresh spinach make this Lemon Spinach Parmesan Chicken a quick, delicious dinner ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights or when you want a meal that tastes fancy without the fuss!


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • ¾ cup heavy cream

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 teaspoon zest of 1 lemon

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves

  • Additional Parmesan cheese, for garnish

  • Thinly sliced lemon, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken:

    • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness (about ½ inch) using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.

    • Add chicken and cook 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.

  3. Make the Sauce:

    • In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

    • Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest, scraping browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

    • Let bubble, reduce heat, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

  4. Finish the Dish:

    • Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

    • Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.

    • Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over top, and sprinkle with extra Parmesan.

    • Cover and cook 2 more minutes until heated through.

  5. Serve:

    • Garnish with lemon slices and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pounding chicken helps it cook evenly and stay juicy.
If sauce is too thin, simmer longer to thicken. If too thick, add a splash of broth.
Substitute baby kale or Swiss chard for spinach if desired.
Delicious served over pasta, rice, or mashed cauliflower.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Dinner , lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 495 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 710 mg
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 43 g
  • Cholesterol: 165 mg