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Skillet Chicken Thighs with Creamy Tomato Basil Spinach Sauce

Skillet Chicken Thighs with Creamy Tomato Basil Spinach Sauce in 30 Mins

Skillet Chicken Thighs with Creamy Tomato Basil Spinach Sauce offers a quick and delicious meal for busy weeknights with a comforting, rich flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Cooking fat used for searing the chicken
  • 1.5 lb Chicken Thighs, boneless skinless Main protein source, can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper Adds mild spice
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Tomato Sauce Base for the creamy sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Delivers aromatic flavor
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Creates creamy richness
  • 4 oz Fresh Spinach Adds color and nutrition
  • 4 leaves Fresh Basil Imparts herbal flavor
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Finishing touch for flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the first side is golden brown; flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the tomato sauce, minced garlic, and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil; let flavors meld for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, then add fresh spinach and basil, stirring constantly until the spinach wilts down, about 2 minutes. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  4. Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them. Allow reheating in the sauce for about 5 minutes.
  5. Plate the chicken thighs, generously spooning the sauce over each piece. Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover Skillet Chicken Thighs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap individual portions tightly and label. Reheat gently on the stove.

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