Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake Chicken Breast

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Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
30 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Servings:
4

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 2 (5-ounce) packages baby spinach

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

  • lemon slices

Directions

  • Gather all ingredients. 

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).


  • Place a chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and set on a cutting board. Pound with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness. Repeat with remaining chicken.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Then sprinkle chicken generously with flour, shaking off excess.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Heat oil in an ovenproof 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and brown 3 minutes per side (chicken may not be fully cooked). Transfer chicken from the skillet to a plate.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Reduce heat to medium. Add onion to the skillet; cook and stir until tender, 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 minute more.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Add broth, cream, lemon zest and juice, rosemary, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil, about 2 minutes.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Add spinach, in batches, stirring until wilted, about 1 minute.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and simmer until desired consistency, about 5 minutes.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Return chicken to skillet. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant read thermometer, inserted into the thickest part of chicken, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali


  • Serve garnished with lemon slices.

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Spinach Lemon Chicken Bake

    Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    541
    Calories

    27g
    Fat

    12g
    Carbs

    61g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    4

    Calories
    541

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    27g

    35%

    Saturated Fat
    11g

    57%

    Cholesterol
    189mg

    63%

    Sodium
    788mg

    34%

    Total Carbohydrate
    12g

    4%

    Dietary Fiber
    2g

    8%

    Total Sugars
    2g

    Protein
    61g

    121%

    Vitamin C
    25mg

    28%

    Calcium
    237mg

    18%

    Iron
    4mg

    24%

    Potassium
    979mg

    21%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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