Description
Chicken Florentine is a creamy, elegant Italian chicken dinner made in just 30 minutes. Golden seared chicken breasts are simmered in a garlicky Parmesan cream sauce with fresh spinach, creating a dish that’s rich, comforting, and restaurant-worthy—yet simple enough for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb / 680 g)
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2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
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2 tbsp (28 g) butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
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1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
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½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
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6 cups (180 g) fresh spinach (about 6 oz / 170 g)
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1 tsp (2 g) Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F / 74°C). Remove and set aside.
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Add garlic to skillet, sauté for 1 minute. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping browned bits.
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Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
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Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
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Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
Pound chicken to even thickness for quicker cooking.
Add extra garlic for stronger flavor.
For lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for cream.
Not ideal for freezing—the sauce may separate.
Great with mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes added.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet / One-pan
- Cuisine: Italian