Chicken Florentine with Winter Greens
Chicken Florentine with Winter Greens is a comforting and luxurious dish that combines tender chicken breasts with vibrant winter greens in a creamy, flavorful sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive culinary masterpiece that will delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups winter greens (spinach or kale), roughly chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sauté for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant. Stir in winter greens and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until well combined.
- Serve hot, optionally paired with pasta or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using crushed red pepper flakes for a kick. You can substitute winter greens based on availability; Swiss chard works beautifully too. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.