Here’s a rich and savory dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner but fancy enough for company: Garlic Butter Chicken with Sautéed Mushrooms & Spinach. It’s packed with flavor from golden seared chicken, earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a luscious garlic butter sauce.
🍗 Garlic Butter Chicken with Sautéed Mushrooms & Spinach
🕒 Total Time: 30–35 minutes
🍽 Serves: 4
🧄 Buttery, garlicky, and full of wholesome flavor
Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 tsp garlic powder
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter (for chicken)
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2 tbsp butter (for mushrooms)
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button)
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups fresh spinach (roughly 1 bag)
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½ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
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¼ cup chicken broth or white wine
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1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
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Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions:
1. Prep the chicken:
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temp). Remove and set aside.
2. Cook the mushrooms:
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In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp butter and the sliced mushrooms.
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Cook for 5–6 minutes, until browned and softened. Add a pinch of salt to draw out moisture.
3. Add garlic and spinach:
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Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper (if using), and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in the spinach and let it wilt, about 1–2 minutes.
4. Deglaze & finish the sauce:
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Pour in the chicken broth or wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
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Add lemon juice if using. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, then return the chicken to the pan.
5. Serve:
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Spoon the garlic butter mushroom-spinach mixture over the chicken.
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Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
✅ Serve with:
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Mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta
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Roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad
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Crusty bread to soak up the buttery sauce
Would you like a creamy version with a splash of cream or parmesan?