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giada chicken florentine recipe

Giada's Chicken Florentine Recipe

There's something extra delicious about Giada's Chicken Florentine recipe that gets me making it time and again.
This dish combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce over a bed of spinach, creating a perfect harmony of textures and flavors.
To get the chicken just right, make sure to dredge it lightly in flour before cooking—it helps achieve that perfect golden brown crust.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 1/2 cup Flour
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 cup White Wine
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Spinach fresh
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge them lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add white wine to the skillet and bring to a boil, scraping any brown bits from the pan.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and let it reduce slightly.
  • Stir in the cream and continue to cook until the sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, turning it to coat in the sauce.
  • Add fresh spinach and let it wilt, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.