Chicken Florentine Recipe
Indulge in this Chicken Florentine dish, featuring tender chicken paired with fresh baby spinach and enveloped in a lighter, velvety white sauce. It's a truly delectable experience you won’t want to miss!
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Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup chopped shallots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
- 9 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 2 ounces 1/3 less fat cream cheese
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons half & half cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Equipment Needed
- large deep skillet
Instructions
- 1
Using a meat mallet, gently flatten the thicker part of the chicken breast to a uniform thickness of 1/2 inch to ensure even cooking. Season both sides of the chicken with 1 teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, and black pepper to your liking.
- 2
Coat each piece of chicken in flour, ensuring to shake off any surplus.
- 3
In a large, deep skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and achieves a golden-brown exterior. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside, then wipe the skillet clean.
- 4
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Introduce the minced shallot and garlic, sautéing for about 2 to 3 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
- 5
Incorporate the bell pepper and spinach into the skillet, seasoning with a touch of salt and pepper. Cover the skillet and cook until the spinach wilts, stirring 2 to 3 times during the process, which should take around 4 to 5 minutes.
- 6
Lower the heat to low, then add the cream cheese, chicken broth, half-and-half, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and parmesan cheese. Stir thoroughly until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is well blended.
- 7
Return the chicken along with any accumulated juices back into the skillet with the spinach mixture. Allow it to simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until everything is heated through.