Ingredients for Apple Spinach Chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
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How to Make Apple Spinach Chicken
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add chicken to the skillet.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until well browned. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in 1/4 cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 medium apple, thinly sliced, to the skillet.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with any accumulated juices.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through, about 3 minutes.
- Add 5 oz fresh spinach to the pan and toss until wilted, about 1 minute.
- Serve hot over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
101 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
7g
Carbs
6g
