Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
Sauce and Vegetables
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare and cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and dried oregano. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8 minutes on each side, until browned completely and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F at the thickest part. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce base: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the tomatoes start bursting and releasing their juices.
- Add spinach and create creamy sauce: Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook until it begins to wilt. Stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce thicken slightly for about 3 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon some sauce over them, and cook until heated through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges for added brightness.
Notes
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F.
- Cherry tomatoes add sweetness and acidity; other small tomatoes can be substituted.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Serve with crusty bread, pasta, or rice to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
