Description
This easy and delicious recipe for Chicken and Spinach in Creamy Paprika Sauce combines tender chicken breasts, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce with smoky paprika and a tangy twist of lemon. It’s a one-pan dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, offering a savory, comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3 minutes on each side, then set aside.
- Make sauce: In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the flour, then pour in wine. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Let simmer for 2 minutes, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Add spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 2-7 minutes, depending on chicken thickness, until fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your choice of side.
Notes
- Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for variation.
- Use chicken thighs for more flavor and juiciness.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace wine with vegetable broth.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by omitting the flour (though the sauce will be thinner).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
