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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken: The Ultimate Comfort Food Made Easy

  • Author: Alice Barry
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a velvety cream sauce made with spinach, artichokes, and cheese. This easy one-pan recipe brings the flavors of the classic dip into a satisfying main course that’s perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1–1.25 lb total)
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil
  • 4 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 (12 oz) jar quartered artichoke hearts in water, drained
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even 3/4-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Add cream cheese and sour cream, whisking until smooth.
  5. Stir in milk until the sauce is creamy and well-blended.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in chopped spinach a handful at a time until wilted, then add chopped artichoke hearts.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
  9. Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

  • Use frozen spinach if desired—thaw and squeeze out moisture before adding.
  • Reheat gently over low heat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
  • For a spicier flavor, increase the crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Not suitable for freezing due to the creamy sauce.
  • Pair with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for balance.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 436
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 1067mg
  • Fat: 26.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken, spinach artichoke chicken, creamy chicken recipe, one-pan chicken, comfort food dinner, low-carb chicken

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