Description
Irresistible Marry Me Chicken is a romantic dish that combines tender chicken breasts, fresh spinach, and a creamy garlic sauce, all baked to perfection. This delightful meal promises to impress your loved ones with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation. Perfect for date nights or special family dinners, it’s an experience that will have everyone falling in love at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, then stir in spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; add Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with remaining Parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg