Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken breasts approximately 500g/1lb
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 3 Fresh garlic cloves
- 2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/2 lb Mushrooms
- 7 oz Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cream
- 1-2 tsp Fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board in front of you. With a sharp knife, carefully slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create two thin cutlets.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken then season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and allow to sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the butter then cook the garlic and oregano for 30 seconds.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until golden brown. Add the spinach and allow to cook for a few minutes until wilted.
- Pour in the cream then bring to a simmer. Allow to gently cook for 5 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked and the sauce has reduced slightly.
- Season the sauce with lemon juice, salt and pepper and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Approximate per serving:
Calories: 293
Protein: 36g
Fat: 11g
Fiber: 2g
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