Apple Spinach Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Apple Spinach Chicken recipe, a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that’s both wholesome and elegant. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are paired with sautéed red apples, fresh spinach, and a luscious cinnamon-spiced cream sauce, creating a comforting and nutritious dish. The natural sweetness of the apples complements the earthy spinach and rich chicken broth, while a drizzle of lemon juice brightens the dish just before serving. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet fancy enough for entertaining. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a side of wild rice for a complete, irresistible meal. Keywords: Apple Spinach Chicken, chicken skillet recipe, easy weeknight dinner, creamy chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large red apple
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red apple and mince the garlic.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the apple slices for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and cinnamon. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, tossing to wilt it into the sauce. This should take about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce and apples over the top. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to ensure the chicken is warmed through and coated in the sauce.

Step 10

Drizzle lemon juice over the dish just before serving to brighten the flavors.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with additional apple slices or freshly ground pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1271 grams (1271.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1774

Total Fat 73.70g	94%
Saturated Fat 23.50g	118%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 652mg	217%
Sodium 909mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 39.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 221.60g	443%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2206mg	47%

*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: 38.8%

Protein: 51.9%

Carbs: 9.3%