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Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Broccoli
danielle_oriordan
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Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Broccoli
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danielle_oriordan
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Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Broccoli

This creamy chicken recipe is incredibly delicious and perfect for your next dinner or meal prep. Featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce with spinach, served alongside roasted baby potatoes and steamed broccoli. This recipe is designed for three portions and includes detailed nutritional information.
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Seasoned Chicken
Seasoned Chicken

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
45m
Cook Time
1h
Total Time
3
Servings
Medium
Comfort Food
English
Nutrition (per serving)
541
Calories
39g
Protein
47g
Carbs
21g
Fat
Creamy Sauce with Spinach
Creamy Sauce with Spinach

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts
    (approximately 120g each, 360g total)

    3
  • Baby potatoes
    (250g per portion)

    750 g
  • Self-raising flour

    30 g
  • Fresh spinach
    (approximately one large bag)

    150 g
  • Olive oil

    3 tsp
  • Onion
    (medium)

    1
  • Broccoli

    1 head
  • Garlic powder
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Paprika
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Black pepper
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Water or chicken broth
    (for the sauce)

    150 ml
Servings: 3
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Creamy Chicken in Pan
Creamy Chicken in Pan

Instructions

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  • 1

    Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thinner cutlets or into even strips for quicker cooking.
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    Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thinner cutlets or into even strips for quicker cooking.
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    Slicing chicken evenly ensures it cooks uniformly.
  • 2

    Season the chicken cutlets generously on both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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    Season the chicken cutlets generously on both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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    Don't be shy with the seasoning for maximum flavor.
  • 3

    Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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    Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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    Ensure the pan is hot before adding chicken for a good sear.
  • 4

    Dice the half onion. In the same pan, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent, scraping up any browned bits from the chicken.
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    Dice the half onion. In the same pan, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent, scraping up any browned bits from the chicken.
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    The residual flavors in the pan will enhance the sauce.
  • 5

    Sprinkle the self-raising flour over the softened onions and stir for about 1 minute. Gradually pour in the water or chicken broth, whisking constantly to create a smooth, lump-free sauce.
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    Sprinkle the self-raising flour over the softened onions and stir for about 1 minute. Gradually pour in the water or chicken broth, whisking constantly to create a smooth, lump-free sauce.
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    Add liquid slowly to prevent lumps and achieve a creamy consistency.
  • 6

    Add the fresh spinach to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach has completely wilted into the sauce.
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    Add the fresh spinach to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach has completely wilted into the sauce.
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    Fresh spinach will reduce significantly in volume once cooked.
  • 7

    Return the cooked chicken cutlets or strips to the pan with the creamy spinach sauce. Stir gently to coat the chicken completely and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
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    Return the cooked chicken cutlets or strips to the pan with the creamy spinach sauce. Stir gently to coat the chicken completely and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
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    Avoid overcooking the chicken at this stage to keep it tender.
  • 8

    While the chicken is cooking, wash the baby potatoes. You can boil them until tender (about 15-20 minutes), or roast them in the oven for a crispier texture. Season with salt and pepper.
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    While the chicken is cooking, wash the baby potatoes. You can boil them until tender (about 15-20 minutes), or roast them in the oven for a crispier texture. Season with salt and pepper.
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    Prick larger potatoes with a fork to check for tenderness. Roasting adds a nice texture.
  • 9

    Cut the broccoli into florets. Steam or boil the broccoli until tender-crisp, usually about 3-5 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt.
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    Cut the broccoli into florets. Steam or boil the broccoli until tender-crisp, usually about 3-5 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt.
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    Don't overcook broccoli; it should retain a slight bite.
  • 10

    Serve the creamy chicken immediately, accompanied by the cooked baby potatoes and steamed broccoli. This dish is great for dinner or as a meal prep option.
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    Serve the creamy chicken immediately, accompanied by the cooked baby potatoes and steamed broccoli. This dish is great for dinner or as a meal prep option.
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    Portion evenly for meal prep throughout the week.
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