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Pan-Seared Chicken with Tomato-Spinach Sauté

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

Quick pan-seared chicken with a tomato-spinach sauté — 35 minutes, simple ingredients, easy weeknight dinner.

Why this recipe works

This Pan-Seared Chicken with Tomato-Spinach Sauté is a quick, healthy weeknight meal that pairs crisped chicken breasts with a bright, garlicky tomato and spinach topping. It suits cooks who want a fast, balanced dinner with minimal ingredients and straightforward technique.

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Key takeaways

Ready in ~35 minutes (15 prep + 20 cook).
Uses simple ingredients: chicken, tomatoes, spinach.
Easy pan-sear technique for moist breast.

Recipe guide

This Pan-Seared Chicken with Tomato-Spinach Sauté is a quick, healthy weeknight meal that pairs crisped chicken breasts with a bright, garlicky tomato and spinach topping. It suits cooks who want a fast, balanced dinner with minimal ingredients and straightforward technique.

A fast, 35-minute dinner that keeps chicken moist and adds bright tomato-spinach flavor.

  • Ready in ~35 minutes (15 prep + 20 cook).
  • Uses simple ingredients: chicken, tomatoes, spinach.
  • Easy pan-sear technique for moist breast.

Ingredients & Prep

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast (2 medium), 2 cups tomatoes, halved, 5 oz baby spinach, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, optional pinch red pepper flakes. Prep (15 min): pat chicken dry, season both sides with salt and pepper. Halve tomatoes and rinse spinach. Mince garlic.

Cooking Steps

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–6 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until golden and cooked through; transfer to plate to rest. In same pan, add remaining oil, sauté garlic 30s, add tomatoes and cook 3–4 minutes until softened, then add spinach and cook until wilted (1–2 minutes). Return chicken to pan to warm and spoon tomato-spinach over top.

Serving, Variations & Tips

Serve immediately with pan juices spooned over chicken. Variations: add a splash of balsamic or white wine to the tomatoes, sprinkle grated Parmesan, or serve over rice/zoats for a fuller meal. Cleanup tip: soak skillet while resting chicken to loosen browned bits.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 cups tomatoes, halved
  • 5 oz spinach (baby)

Instructions

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FAQs

How do I know when the chicken is done? Cook until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C) or juices run clear; slice to check if unsure.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts? Yes — bone-in or boneless thighs work; reduce sear time slightly for thinner cuts and adjust cook time for bone-in.
Can I prep parts of this recipe ahead of time? You can halve prep: slice chicken and halve tomatoes ahead; store separately refrigerated up to 24 hours and cook when ready.