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Chicken Florentine

Cultural Context

Chicken Florentine hails from Florence, Italy, and showcases the region's love for fresh greens and rich flavors. Traditionally made with spinach, this dish reflects the Italian culinary philosophy of using simple, quality ingredients to create comforting meals. Today, Chicken Florentine is enjoyed worldwide, often adapted with various greens or cheeses to suit local tastes.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 chicken breasts
1 box of frozen spinach
1 can of cream of mushroom soup
lemon juice
shredded cheddar cheese
mayonnaise
sour cream
curry powder
white wine
salt
pepper
bread crumbs
Parmesan cheese
butter

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and lower in calories.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: turkey cutlets

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and thighs are more economical.

1

Boil water seasoned with salt and pepper, adding onion, carrots, and celery.

2

Cook 3 chicken breasts in the seasoned water until done, then shred with two forks.

3

Thaw 1 box of frozen spinach in the microwave, then squeeze out excess water.

4

In a bowl, combine 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, lemon juice, shredded cheddar, mayonnaise, sour cream, curry powder, and white wine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Mix the shredded chicken with the spinach and the sauce until well combined.

6

Spray a casserole dish with non-stick spray and transfer the chicken and spinach mixture into it, patting it down.

7

Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a bowl, then sprinkle this mixture on top of the chicken and spinach.

8

Dot the top with small pats of butter.

9

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes until set.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

casserole dishmicrowave

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Pollo alla Fiorentina
Local Name: Pollo alla Fiorentina

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