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Chicken Florentine

Chicken Florentine
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A classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce with wilted spinach.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion (or shallots) and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in white wine (or chicken broth) and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the liquid reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  6. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring, until it wilts completely, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
  • If you don’t have white wine, chicken broth is a great substitute.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will give the best flavor and texture to the sauce.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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