Description
Garlic chicken with broccoli and spinach is a quick, creamy, and comforting one-pan meal packed with tender chicken, vibrant greens, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is rich in flavor, high in protein, and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into evenly sized bite-sized pieces
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- Add chicken and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly golden
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper and stir to coat
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
- Add broccoli and cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp
- Add spinach, mozzarella, and cream cheese
- Stir gently until cheese melts into a creamy sauce
- Cook for another 2 minutes until fully combined
- Remove from heat and serve warm
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth. Avoid overcooking chicken and add garlic after searing to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 165mg