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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
1 lb chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
4 cups spinach
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Slice chicken breasts horizontally.

2

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.

3

Sprinkle flour on the chicken.

4

Pan fry the chicken in butter until golden brown.

5

Dice up some onion.

6

Add garlic and spinach to the dish.

7

Pour in cream and white wine.

8

Finish the sauce with a little nutmeg (optional).

9

Put the dish under the broiler to brown and melt the cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Pollo alla Fiorentina
Local Name: Pollo alla Fiorentina

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