Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms in Creamy Parmesan Sauce

This creamy chicken skillet is rich, comforting, and packed with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and Parmesan. It comes together in one pan for an easy weeknight dinner with a deliciously creamy garlic sauce.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
8. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over it. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Serve warm.

Q&A

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work beautifully and stay especially juicy.

Can I substitute the heavy cream?
You can use half-and-half, but the sauce will be slightly lighter and less thick.

Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely. Broccoli, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes are delicious additions.

What should I serve with it?
Serve with roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, pasta, rice, or a fresh green salad.