Description
Chicken and spinach skillet dinner blends Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients for a quick, nutritious meal. Tender chicken, wilted spinach, and creamy cheese create a satisfying one-pan experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 large boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup baby spinach, packed tightly
- 1 (14 ½ ounces / 411 grams) can diced tomatoes, undrained
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet with olive oil over medium-high temperature, then introduce chicken strips and sear until golden and thoroughly cooked, moving them frequently to ensure even browning.
- Incorporate diced onions into the skillet alongside the chicken, allowing them to soften and become translucent while gently stirring.
- Pour in undrained diced tomatoes and introduce a measured quantity of water, then sprinkle dried basil, oregano, pepper, salt, and garlic powder across the surface, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Elevate the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce heat, cover the skillet, and let ingredients simmer gently, allowing flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Remove the skillet’s lid and carefully fold in fresh baby spinach, continuously stirring until leaves begin to wilt and integrate with the savory chicken mixture.
- While spinach is wilting, prepare long grain rice cooked in fragrant chicken broth to complement the skillet’s rich flavors.
- Transfer the aromatic chicken and spinach creation atop the prepared rice, creating a vibrant and satisfying one-pan meal ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Notes
- Quickly sear chicken strips in olive oil to lock in juices and create a delicious golden-brown exterior.
- Gently cook onions until soft and translucent to release their natural sweetness and enhance overall flavor profile.
- Combine tomatoes and seasonings to create a rich, aromatic sauce that infuses the entire dish with Mediterranean-inspired taste.
- Simmer the mixture briefly to allow ingredients to blend seamlessly and develop deep, complex flavors.
- Fold in fresh baby spinach at the end for a burst of vibrant color, nutrients, and a delicate texture that complements the chicken.
- Serve over chicken broth-infused rice to elevate the dish and create a complete, satisfying meal in one skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg