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Creamy Mediterranean Chicken Skillet

Creamy Mediterranean Chicken Skillet: Your New Weeknight Favorite

Enjoy this Creamy Mediterranean Chicken Skillet, a weeknight savior, ready in just 30 minutes with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with Canola oil or butter
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with Bone-in chicken thighs or turkey
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Can substitute with White mushrooms or shiitake/portobello
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Can substitute with chopped olives or lemon juice
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can substitute with diced canned tomatoes
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with Kale or Swiss chard
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast or pecorino
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Season 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Place in skillet once oil is ready.
  3. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature is 165°F. Remove and let rest.
  4. Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms to the same skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender and golden.
  5. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of capers, and 2 cups of fresh spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let simmer for a couple of minutes.
  8. Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until melted. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  9. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, warming through for 2 minutes.
  10. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Bring chicken to room temperature before cooking for even results. Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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