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Hey there, friends!
Who’s in the mood for a delicious dinner? I’ve got a fantastic recipe that’s sure to impress!
Today, we’re whipping up chicken breast with cherry tomatoes.
It’s juicy, flavorful, and super easy to make.
Perfect for a weeknight meal or a cozy weekend dinner.
Let’s dive in and get cooking!
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 25-30 minutes |
| Total Time | 35-45 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 knob of butter
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cream
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- Lemon
- Fresh parsley
Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken
Begin by seasoning three boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, ground black pepper, and oregano on both sides.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts to the pan and fry for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Step 2: Prepare the Garlic Butter Base
In the same pan, add a knob of butter and let it melt.
Add three cloves of minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3: Cook the Vegetables
Add 1.5 cups of cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook until they start to pop.
Stir in 3 cups of baby spinach and cook until it just begins to wilt, which should take a couple of minutes.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Sauce
Pour in 1 cup of cream (table cream, heavy cream, or half and half) and add 1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the pan.
Season the mixture with a little more salt and pepper, then stir everything together and reduce the heat to a low simmer.
Step 5: Simmer the Chicken in the Sauce
Return the chicken breasts to the pan and allow them to simmer in the creamy sauce for about 5 to 7 minutes.
Occasionally spoon the sauce over the chicken to ensure it gets well-coated and continues to absorb flavors.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
After simmering, garnish the dish with a squirt of lemon juice and some fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the chicken hot with a generous spoonful of the sauce and veggies from the pan.
