Chicken and Spinach Alfredo
A creamy, high protein, low carb dish featuring chicken and fresh spinach in an Alfredo sauce, perfect for cozy fall dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken in the pan for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest on a plate.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Add fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted.
- Slice the chicken and return it to the pan. Mix everything together.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Serve this dish warm on its own, or over a bed of zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a heartier meal. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.