Zesty Garlic Butter Chicken with Spinach
This quick and easy Zesty Garlic Butter Chicken with Spinach is a perfect weeknight meal. Tender chicken pieces are pan-fried until golden, then tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh spinach and a hint of lemon.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- ½ lemon juiced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet, cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
- Reduce heat, add butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using); sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, squeeze in lemon juice, and toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately.
Notes
Serve this delicious chicken with a side of couscous or rice for a complete meal. You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.