Description
This Creamy Smothered Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish made with tender chicken, creamy sauce, sautéed spinach, mushrooms, and baby potatoes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is a hearty, savory meal your family will love
Ingredients
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For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup baby potatoes, halved and boiled
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Add garlic, spinach, mushrooms, and boiled baby potatoes.
- Cook for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms soften and the spinach wilts.
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Simmer the Sauce:
- Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer.
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Combine the Chicken and Sauce:
- Return the chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
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Season and Garnish:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts or thighs depending on your preference.
- For a lighter version, swap the heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more flavor and nutrition.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg