Saucy Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Saucy Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 heads garlic; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (9 ounce) package Baby Spinach; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper, divided; 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 6 tablespoons butter, cubed; 6 tablespoons flour; 3 cups milk; 2 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese, divided; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Servings: persons

4 heads garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (9 ounce) package Baby Spinach
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 tablespoons flour
3 cups milk
2 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

1
remove paper outer skin from garlic (don't peel or seperate cloves). cut tops off of garlic bulbs, brush bulbs with 1T oil. wrap each bulb in heavy-duty foil. bake at 425 for 30-35 min or until softened. cool for 10-15 minute
2
meanwhile, place spinach in a greased 9x13 baking dish, sprinkle with 1/4t each salt and pepper. in a large skillet, brown chicken in remaining oil on both sides, place over spinach.
3
in a large saucepan, melt butter. stir in flour until smooth, gradually add milk. bring to a boil, cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. stir in 2c cheese, nutmeg and remaining salt and pepper. transfer to a blender, squeeze softened garlic into blender. cover and process until smooth. pour mix over chicken.
4
cover and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 and sauce is bubbly. uncover sprinkle with remaining cheese. bake 5 min longer. serve with/over pasta. garnish with chopped tomato and parsley if desired.

2126

kcal

Calories

Fat

294

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 heads garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 (9 ounce) package Baby Spinach, 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Saucy Garlic Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saucy Garlic Chicken

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