Curried Chicken Florentine Recipe
Description: This Curried Chicken Florentine is the ultimate dish for family gatherings. With its succulent chicken breasts smothered in a creamy curry sauce, nestled on a bed of spinach and cheese, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires less than 4 hours from start to finish, making it a go-to option for any occasion.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5.0)
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 1/2 | Mild cheddar cheese |
| 2 | Frozen spinach |
| 2 | Lemons |
| 1 | Sour cream |
| 1 1/2 | Mayonnaise |
| 3/4 | Curry powder |
| 1 – 3 | Butter |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 637
- Fat: 45.2g
- Saturated Fat: 20.4g
- Cholesterol: 184.7mg
- Sodium: 899.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.9g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Sugar: 3.8g
- Protein: 46.8g
Directions:
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Preparation:
- Squeeze the juice from one lemon over the chicken breasts and let them marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
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Cooking Chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken in the hot oil until lightly browned, approximately 10 minutes.
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Layering:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the drained and squeezed spinach evenly across the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the spinach layer.
- Place the browned chicken breasts on top of the cheese layer.
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Preparing Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, juice from the second lemon, and curry powder to your taste. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Assembly:
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the casserole dish, ensuring each breast is generously coated.
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Baking:
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly and golden.
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Serving:
- Once done, remove the Curried Chicken Florentine from the oven.
- Serve hot, accompanied by your favorite rice dish.
Tips:
- Ensure to drain and squeeze out as much water as possible from the frozen spinach to prevent the dish from becoming watery.
- Adjust the amount of curry powder according to your taste preferences. Start with a smaller amount and gradually add more if you prefer a stronger curry flavor.
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious Curried Chicken Florentine! 🍗🧀🥬
