Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Skillet

Take one of your favorite appetizers and turn it into dinner with this Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Skillet. Protein-rich chicken is tender and juicy—and smothered in an amazingly creamy, melty sauce made with cream cheese, heavy cream and Parmesan, plus a hint of heat from crushed red pepper and earthiness from garlic and shallots. White wine adds the perfect hit of acidity and brightness, balancing out the sauce’s richness. Antioxidant-filled spinach and artichoke hearts provide the signature veggies, and a sprinkling of basil adds a final touch of herby freshness. Keep reading for our expert tips for making this dish and what to serve it with.

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

• For busy weeknights, use pre-cut chicken cutlets to save time.
• We suggest using a nonstick skillet so that the cooked chicken releases from the pan more easily.
• This recipe is perfect for topping whatever pasta you have on hand.
• You can also serve Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Skillet as a protein-rich dip. Simply chop the cooked chicken and serve with sliced baguette and an assortment of crackers.

Nutrition Notes

• Chicken cutlets are simply chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise. Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein. It also provides several micronutrients, including B vitamins and choline, which are necessary for a healthy nervous system.
• Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that is loaded with antioxidants and vitamin A. By regularly eating spinach, you might have better vision, glowing skin and a stronger immune system and bones. If you’re looking to improve your heart health, spinach is one of the foods you’ll want to include in your diet since its nutrients have been linked to healthier blood pressure and reduced inflammation.
• While artichoke hearts have fewer nutrients than the outer part of the artichoke, they’re still a healthy, nutritious vegetable—and many people’s favorite part of the plant. You’ll get fiber and plant protein in artichoke hearts, plus vitamins and minerals, including iron and potassium, according to the USDA.