Description
A comforting dish that combines juicy chicken breast, crisp apples, vibrant spinach, and aromatic spices—all cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 firm apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by cutting your chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Chop the apples and rinse the spinach.
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Cook the chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic: Push the chicken to the side and add another drizzle of olive oil. Toss in minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Bring in the apples: Toss in your chopped apples and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they soften and caramelize.
- Incorporate spinach: Add the fresh spinach and stir until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
- Combine & serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot garnished with a sprinkle of paprika.
Notes
Pair with brown rice or quinoa for a wholesome meal. A squeeze of lemon juice can elevate the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, apple, skillet, high-protein, healthy