Chicken with Spinach Garlic and Tomato Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and satisfying Chicken with Spinach Garlic and Tomato Sauce recipe. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a flavorful medley of garlic, crushed red pepper, and tender spinach, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce infused with oregano, basil, and a touch of chicken broth for depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan wonder saves time without sacrificing flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy nights. Serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or crispy crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop. Packed with fresh ingredients and bold Mediterranean flavors, this dish is as wholesome as it is irresistible, perfect for feeding a family or impressing dinner guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, oregano, basil, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Uncover the skillet and add the fresh spinach, stirring gently until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 8

Serve the chicken with spinach garlic and tomato sauce over cooked rice, pasta, or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1478.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1571.0

Total Fat 54.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 3332.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 227.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 372.1mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2881.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 59.3%

Carbs: 8.8%