Name: One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breasts; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth; 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 1 (5.2-ounce) package Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Gournay cheese, cut into cubes; 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning blend; 4 cups fresh spinach, packed, rough chopped; 2 Tablespoons minced fresh chives

One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Spinach

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This one-pan creamy chicken and spinach features chicken breast cutlets, fresh spinach, and fire-roasted tomatoes, with Boursin cheese forming the creamy sauce. It cooks in 30 minutes, and there’s only one skillet to clean. It’s nice with rice or pasta, some crusty bread, and a side green salad.

By Brenda Venable

Updated on March 31, 2025

chicken and spinach in creamy sauce in skillet with dark background

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (5 ounce) package soft cheese, such as Boursin® Garlic & Fine Herbs Gournay cheese, cut into cubes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
4 cups packed roughly-chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Directions

Slice chicken breasts across the grain of the meat into cutlets, or have the butcher do it for you. Season both sides of each cutlet with salt and pepper.
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter is melted, swirl the pan to mix butter and oil.
Lightly brown seasoned chicken cutlets, turning once, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
To the same skillet, add onion and cook about 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium high. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add wine and cook, stirring, until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
Stir in tomatoes and juice, Boursin, and Italian seasoning. Continue stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped spinach. See note.
Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, coating each side with the sauce. Allow to heat in the skillet until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of chicken reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Garnish with fresh minced chives.

Cook’s Note

We like our spinach lightly wilted and bright green. If you prefer spinach that is cooked longer, add to the skillet with the Boursin.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

439	Calories
23g	Fat
10g	Carbs
45g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 439
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g	29%
Saturated Fat 10g	51%
Cholesterol 139mg	46%
Sodium 460mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	3%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 45g	91%
Vitamin C 24mg	27%
Calcium 347mg	27%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 753mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.