Chicken with Spinach in Creamy Sauce
Juicy, appetizing, tender, and healthy! Chicken with Spinach in Creamy Sauce turns out very soft and full of flavor. Spinach adds a unique French-inspired touch, making this dish taste like something straight from a fine restaurant - right in your own kitchen!
Updated : 05 November, 2025
Easy
About 30 min.
Ingredients
1.5 kilograms
Chicken
400 milliliters
Cream
100 grams
Spinach
40 milliliters
Vegetable oil
1
Onion
1 teaspoon
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon
Italian herbs
to taste
Ground black pepper
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
You can use a whole chicken, as I did, or just parts - fillet, drumsticks, or thighs, with or without bones. Any cream will work, but the higher the fat percentage, the richer (and more caloric) the dish. I use 20% fat cream, which is perfect for sauces.
Step 2
Wash the chicken, pat dry, and cut it into portioned pieces. You may remove the skin to reduce calories, especially if using medium-fat cream. If the chicken breast halves are large, cut them into 2-3 pieces. I didn’t use wings - they’re better for soup.
Step 3
Peel and dice the onion.
Step 4
Wash and dry the spinach. Remove the long stems, and tear large leaves by hand. If you’re using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and drain the excess liquid.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and onion, then fry for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken turns golden.
Step 6
Pour in cold cream, add your spices and herbs. (Tip: to prevent the cream from curdling, ensure it’s added cold and mixed well.)
Step 7
Cover with a lid and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. If the pieces are large or bone-in, you may need a bit longer. Before adding spinach, check that the meat near the bone is no longer pink.
Step 8
Once the chicken is cooked, add the prepared spinach to the pan. Stir and heat together for 1-2 minutes.
Step 9
The spinach should wilt and become soft.
Step 10
Remove from heat. Serve the chicken with spinach hot on plates. Enjoy your meal!