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Creamy spinach artichoke chicken in a skillet with Parmesan cheese and wilted spinach

Spinach Artichoke Chicken

Juicy golden pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich, creamy spinach and artichoke Parmesan sauce. Ready in 35 minutes on the stovetop for an easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 524

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 large breasts, cut horizontally into 4 thinner filets
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup diced onion
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 14 oz canned artichoke hearts in water drained and chopped, not marinated
  • 2.5 cup fresh baby spinach
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup sour cream room temperature, full-fat preferred
  • 0.33 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut each in half horizontally to create 4 thin filets. Season both sides with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour and shake off any excess.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 10 to 12 minutes total, flipping once or twice, until deep golden brown and cooked through to 165 degrees F. Transfer to a plate. Do not wipe the skillet.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Cook diced onion and minced garlic for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Add chopped artichoke hearts and fresh baby spinach. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach is fully wilted and artichokes are lightly browned at the edges.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan bottom. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until reduced by about half.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream until fully smooth, then add heavy cream. Let warm through gently for 1 to 2 minutes without boiling. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Return seared chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece. Simmer on low for 2 minutes until warmed through. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Use water-packed canned artichoke hearts, not marinated. Bring sour cream and heavy cream to room temperature before adding to prevent curdling. Do not let the sauce boil after adding the dairy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.