Curried Chicken Florentine

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Curried Chicken Florentine, a rich and flavorful fusion of tender chicken, creamy curry-infused sauce, and vibrant baby spinach. This recipe combines fragrant spices like curry powder, paprika, and fresh ginger with a luscious base of heavy cream and cream cheese, creating a velvety, aromatic pairing for the delicately seared chicken breasts. The dish is finished with fresh parsley and served over fluffy white or hearty brown rice, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal. With a perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and leafy greens, this one-pan recipe is as comforting as it is elegant—a must-try for curry and Florentine lovers alike. Ready in under an hour and ideal for both busy nights and casual entertaining, it’s a flavorful twist on classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 cups baby spinach
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups cooked white or brown rice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the curry powder and paprika, stirring constantly for 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Add the spinach to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the chicken.

Step 10

Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over cooked white or brown rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2470.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3983.9

Total Fat 198.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1022.9mg	0%
Sodium 5542.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 255.1g	0%

Vitamin D 11.4IU	0%
Calcium 538.1mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 2738.0mg	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: 46.6%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 26.7%