...
Go Back
Vibrant Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma with roasted chicken, chickpeas, and colorful vegetables.

Creamy Chicken Florentine Style: An Easy Skillet Recipe

A quick, elegant one-pan chicken recipe featuring golden-seared chicken in a rich, creamy spinach and Parmesan sauce. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • All-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy or whipping cream
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (loosely packed)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • large skillet (10–12 inch)
  • tongs or spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four thinner pieces.
  2. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Lightly dredge in flour.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
  5. Add remaining butter to skillet. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze pan with white wine and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning and scrape up browned bits. Simmer 3–5 minutes until reduced.
  7. Pour in cream and let bubble for 2 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted.
  8. Return chicken to pan and cook 4–5 minutes in sauce until heated through and thickened.
  9. Top with grated Parmesan. Adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use chicken thighs instead of breasts if preferred. To make it lighter, use half-and-half or light cream. For gluten-free, dredge in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Don’t skip the reduction step — it deepens flavor. Add a squeeze of lemon at the end for brightness.