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A cast iron skillet filled with a chicken Florentine recipe.

Chicken Breast Florentine

Chicken Florentine is a combination of perfectly seared chicken, creamy sauce, and lots of nutrient-packed spinach. This recipe adds sun-dried tomatoes for an umami boost!
5 from 4 ratings

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 shallot minced
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 box fresh baby spinach 5 ounces
  • ½ cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally, so that instead of having 2 thick chicken breasts, you have 4 thinner pieces.
  • Sprinkle chicken all over with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Place flour in shallow bowl and add chicken pieces, one at a time, turning until they are completely coated in flour, shaking excess flour off before placing on a large plate.
  • In large skillet, heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 6 to 7 minutes or until rich golden brown on both sides, turning once halfway through cooking. Transfer chicken to clean plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add garlic, shallot and remaining 1 tablespoon butter to skillet. Cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in broth, wine, Italian seasoning, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture is reduced by half, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat to medium and stir in cream. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes and stir until spinach is just wilted.
  • Add chicken back to pan and turn to coat in sauce. Cook over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165 degrees F, and sauce is thickened a little bit, turning chicken occasionally.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately. 

Notes

  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will elevate this chicken with spinach cream sauce’s taste compared to pre-packaged grated cheese.
  • For an extra earthy layer of flavor, mushrooms make a fantastic addition to this dish. Saute them in a few tablespoons of butter between Steps 4 and 5, then proceed with the rest of the recipe.
Calories: 550kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 32g, Fat: 36g, Saturated Fat: 20g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 160mg, Sodium: 1184mg, Potassium: 1255mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 4587IU, Vitamin C: 18mg, Calcium: 170mg, Iron: 3mg
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