Chicken Florentine Recipe

Cooked Chicken Florentine

What is Chicken Florentine?

Chicken Florentine is a timeless dish originating from 16th-century France, celebrated for its indulgent, creamy sauce and tender chicken. This culinary classic has stood the test of time, remaining a beloved favorite in modern gastronomy. The dish is characterized by its rich flavor profile, where succulent chicken breasts are seasoned with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then delicately coated in flour and pan-seared to golden perfection. The sauce, a heavenly blend of garlic, chicken broth, dry white wine, and heavy cream, is infused with vibrant baby spinach leaves, adding a touch of freshness to the velvety texture. Finished with a generous sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Chicken Florentine is a feast for the senses, sure to delight the whole family with its luxurious taste and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

Measurements made for a family of four.

Cooking Instructions

Now that you have gathered all of our ingredients, let us cook!

  1. Prepare The Chicken:
    1. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to yield 4 thinner pieces.
    2. Season each side of the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    3. Coat the chicken evenly with flour.
  2. Sear The Chicken:
    1. Heat oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
    2. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
    3. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and take the skillet off the heat.
  3. Prepare The Sauce:
    1. Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining butter and minced garlic let it cook for about 30 seconds.
    2. Add in the wine, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes until it's noticably reduced.
    3. Stir in the cream and let it bubble for 2 minutes.
    4. Add the spinach to the skillet.
    5. Add in the cream and let it bubble for 2 minutes, then stir in the spinach.
  4. Finish Cooking:
    1. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook over medium heat for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
    2. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over top the chicken and sauce before serving.
    3. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary and season it with extra salt & pepper if needed.