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Creamy spinach artichoke skillet chicken bubbling with melted parmesan and garlic

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Skillet Chicken

Golden-seared chicken cutlets simmered in an ultra-luxurious garlic parmesan cream sauce loaded with tender baby spinach and savory marinated artichoke hearts. Ready in under 30 minutes in a single skillet!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 440

Ingredients
  

For the Golden Chicken Cutlets
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced horizontally into thin cutlets
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour / cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning oregano, thyme, rosemary
  • 1 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the Velvety Spinach Artichoke Cream Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) quartered marinated artichoke hearts drained and roughly chopped
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken bone broth 100% alcohol-free deglazing
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened and cubed for rich velvet body
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 1/2 cup whole milk mozzarella freshly shredded for melty pull
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves packed
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice to brighten the velvety cream

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken cutlets thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Lightly dust each piece in flour, shaking off excess so only a delicate coating remains.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown. Transfer to a warm plate.
  3. Reduce skillet heat to medium. Melt remaining tablespoon of butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 45 to 60 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped artichoke hearts and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned at the edges.
  4. Pour in low-sodium chicken broth, using a wooden spatula to scrape up all caramelized fond bits from the skillet bottom. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until liquid reduces slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk in heavy cream and softened cubed cream cheese until melted and completely smooth. Stir in grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella until creamy and rich.
  6. Fold in fresh baby spinach leaves and stir gently for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted into the velvety garlic cream sauce. Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
  7. Nestle golden chicken cutlets back into the bubbling skillet, spooning the luxurious spinach artichoke sauce generously over the top. Simmer for 2 minutes to let flavors meld, garnish with fresh parsley and cracked black pepper, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 41gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1280IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2.6mg

Notes

Pair with buttery garlic noodles, warm crusty sourdough bread, or steamed jasmine rice to soak up every drop of rich spinach artichoke sauce.

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