Description
Hearty spinach artichoke chicken skillet delivers comforting Mediterranean flavors with creamy textures. Cheesy, herb-infused goodness makes satisfying meals come alive for home cooks seeking bold, quick dinner solutions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small-medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp ghee (or olive oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 (13.5 oz / 400 ml) can unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 cups packed spinach
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Seasoning: Infuse chicken breasts with a harmonious blend of dried basil, garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Searing: Heat ghee or olive oil in a skillet over medium flame, creating a golden-brown crust on chicken breasts. Cook until internal temperature confirms doneness, approximately 6-8 minutes per side, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Aromatic Base: In the same skillet, introduce additional ghee or olive oil, deglazing with minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, releasing their complex flavors.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk chicken broth, coconut milk, lemon juice, arrowroot starch, salt, and black pepper into a smooth liquid. Simmer gently, allowing the mixture to thicken and develop a luxurious consistency.
- Vegetable Integration: Reduce heat and incorporate artichoke hearts and spinach leaves into the creamy sauce. Gently cook until spinach wilts and melds seamlessly with the surrounding flavors.
- Final Assembly: Return seared chicken to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the vibrant spinach-artichoke sauce. Ensure each breast is generously coated and heated through.
- Presentation: Finish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of color and subtle heat. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot and full of aromatic promise.
Notes
- Seasoning Secret: Generously coat chicken with dried herbs and spices to create a deep, layered flavor foundation before cooking.
- Searing Technique: Achieve a golden-brown crust by using medium heat and allowing enough time for proper caramelization without burning.
- Sauce Stability: Whisk arrowroot starch thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, silky sauce consistency that clings perfectly to the chicken.
- Temperature Watch: Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F internally, guaranteeing both safety and juicy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg