Best 10 Spinach Chicken Parmesan Recipes

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Spinach chicken parmesan is a delectable dish that combines the flavors and textures of tender chicken, sautéed spinach, melted cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb coating. This culinary masterpiece is a perfect blend of savory and tangy flavors, with the spinach adding a touch of freshness and the parmesan cheese providing a rich, nutty flavor. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal to enjoy at home or a showstopper to serve at a dinner party, spinach chicken parmesan is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Every time I buy a loaf of bread, I use the heels to make bread crumbs. Just pop them in the toasters and crush them into a labeled baggie. That way I always have them on hand for quick recipes like this. -Kellie Foglio, Salem, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups fresh spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook and stir spinach and garlic in oil just until wilted. Drain. Stir in 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper., Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread each with 1 tablespoon spinach mixture. Fold chicken in half, enclosing filling; secure with toothpicks., Place bread crumbs and egg in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in crumbs to coat. Place seam side down in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomato sauce, basil and oregano. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH CHICKEN PARMESAN



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A family favorite. A classic dish with a Popeye-esque twist; so eat yer spinach (with chicken parmesan) and enjoy it, too!

Provided by KMSMOKEY

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup skim milk
½ (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 tablespoon chopped pimento peppers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl combine cheese and seasoning. Roll chicken pieces in cheese mixture to coat lightly. Set remaining cheese mixture aside. Arrange coated chicken pieces in an 8x8x2 inch baking dish.
  • In a small saucepan, saute green onion in butter/margarine until tender. Stir in flour, then add milk all at once. Simmer, stirring, until bubbly. Stir in drained spinach and pimiento and mix together. Spoon spinach mixture over chicken and sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender and chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 77.8 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 185.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHICKEN & WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH SPINACH & PARMESAN



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This recipe, published in Fitness magazine, is from Rocco Dispirito, a chef and cookbook author and a Fitness magazine advisory board member. He has a cooking show, Rocco Gets Real, which will air on A&E in October 2008. He states that to make soups and stews low-fat, skip the sauteing step. Instead, bring all the ingredients to a simmer together - and serve.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Stocks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (14 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups tomato and basil pasta sauce, plus
3 tablespoons tomato and basil pasta sauce
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
salt
pepper
6 ounces Baby Spinach, prewashed
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, bring chicken broth, pasta sauce, cannellini beans and crushed red pepper to a simmer.
  • Turn heat to low.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to broth.
  • Gently poach chicken, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes (the broth should barely simmer).
  • Stir in baby spinach.
  • Continue cooking soup until spinach is wilted and chicken is just cooked through, about 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in basil; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and top with grated cheese.

ONE-POT PARMESAN CHICKEN ZITI WITH ARTICHOKES AND SPINACH



One-Pot Parmesan Chicken Ziti with Artichokes and Spinach image

Creamy mac and cheese grows up with baby spinach, artichokes and Parmesan in this edgy version of everyone's favorite one-pot wonder.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
2 cans (12 oz each) evaporated milk
1 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lb uncooked ziti pasta
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 can (14 oz) Progresso™ artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 cups)
Juice of 2 medium lemons (about 2/3 cup)
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups baby spinach (5-oz package)
1/2 teaspoon pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, heat water, 1 can of the evaporated milk, the salt, garlic and pasta to simmering over medium heat. Simmer 12 to 14 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender.
  • In medium bowl, beat remaining can of evaporated milk and the cornstarch; stir in chicken and artichoke hearts. Add to mixture in Dutch oven; return to simmering, and continue to simmer 1 to 3 minutes or until thickened and mixture coats back of spoon.
  • Remove from heat; stir in half of the cheese and the lemon juice. Stir until cheese melts, then add remaining cheese (reserving 1/4 cup for serving, if desired) and butter; stir again.
  • Add spinach, and stir until wilted. Serve with reserved cheese and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SPINACH CHICKEN PARMESAN



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I adopted this recipe from Recipezzar. It used to be called just Chicken Parmesan, but most other dishes with that name on here are tomato based and I wanted to make clear that this one isn't. I have also changed the amounts of some of the ingredients as I felt they just weren't quite balanced. This can easily be doubled .

Provided by -Sylvie-

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning, crushed
2 chicken breast fillets, skinless
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup skim milk
5 ounces frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon pimiento, chopped (optional)
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon nutmeg, grated (more to taste)

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl combine half of the cheese and Italain seasoning.
  • Roll chicken pieces in cheese mixture to coat lightly.
  • ARRANGE pieces in an small baking dish.
  • In a small saucepan cook onion in hot margarine till tender.
  • Stir in flour; add milk all at once.
  • Cook and stir till bubbly; stir in drained spinach, garlic and pimiento olives if using, season to taste with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Spoon spinach mixture over chicken; sprinkle with remaining parmesan.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 350F oven for 30 to 40 minutes or till chicken is fully cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 671.8, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 2, Protein 18.9

CHICKEN, WHITE BEAN, SPINACH & PARMESAN SOUP



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I had something very similar at a neighbors house and it was so delicious. After getting the recipe I played with it just a little, made some additions and have an even better version of the original. I hope you like it, too! For a quick, throw-it-together soup that is ready in practically no time, this is it.

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 can(s) 14oz chicken broth, low sodium or homemade stock
1 can(s) 14oz diced tomatoes with liquid
1 can(s) 12oz v-8 juice
1 - 2 can(s) 15oz cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp crushed red pepper or to taste
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, in 1-inch cubes
1 Tbsp granulated garlic or powder
1 Tbsp granulated onion or powder
1 - 2 can(s) 14.5oz creamed corn
6 oz bag prewashed baby spinach, stems removed, whole or chopped
1/2 c fresh basil, coarsely chopped (1/4 c if dried)
salt & pepper to taste
3/4 c grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cut raw chicken into cubes and season with salt and pepper. Either brown in a little olive oil, in a Dutch oven, or set aside raw.
  • 2. To Dutch oven add broth, granulated onion & garlic, corn and crushed red pepper; bring to a boil. *If you browned the chicken stir well to get the browned bits and drippings incorporated into the broth. Add chicken then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add diced tomatoes, V-8, beans to broth, stir and bring back to a simmer for 15 minutes.
  • 4. Stir in baby spinach and basil. Continue cooking soup until spinach is wilted and chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes longer. Taste and add salt & pepper as needed.
  • 5. Ladle into bowls and top with Parm. Enjoy!
  • 6. *TIP: For a richer flavor pan sear the chicken breasts before or after cutting into cubes. Brown on both sides in a 1 T butter and 1 T olive oil. When browned remove from pot and set aside. *Options: Use Turkey or Sweet Italian sausage instead of Chicken

ONE-POT CHICKEN BACON SPINACH PARMESAN PASTA



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The flavors of this pasta dish work together so nicely. And it couldn't get much easier since you cook everything together in one pot.

Provided by Andrea P.

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb bacon, cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces
1 lb chicken, cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
3 cups whole milk
1 lb bow tie pasta
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, saute bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a medium bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add chicken to the bacon fat and cook until center is no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon to the same bowl as the bacon.
  • Saute onion in bacon fat for 1 minute. Add garlic and saute for an additional minute.
  • Sprinkle in the flour, dried minced onion, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, basil, oregano and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken broth, water and milk. Increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Cook for 9-11 minutes or until al dente, stirring every 1-2 minutes to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.
  • Remove from heat and stir in spinach, breaking it up to spread throughout the pasta and sauce. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese until it's incorporated. Stir in the bacon and chicken.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese on top. Serve warm.

LEMON RICOTTA PARMESAN PASTA WITH SPINACH AND GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Lemon Ricotta Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Grilled Chicken Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Tarah716

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
1 pound dry linguine, fettucine or spaghetti
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
6 ounces fresh baby spinach, steamed just until beginning to wilt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 cups skim milk ricotta
1/2 cup Parmesan, finely shredded, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in salted water according to directions listed on package, reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining pasta. Drain water (reserving 1 cup) and return pasta to pot. Set pot over low heat and add olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, ricotta, 1/2 cup hot reserved pasta water and parmesan and toss to evenly coat. Add in more pasta water as desired to thin. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss in spinach and grilled chicken. Serve warm topped with more parmesan if desired. NOTE: I recommend brushing the chicken lightly with olive oil and season both sides salt, pepper and garlic powder before grilling.

ITALIAN PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH TUSCAN SPINACH SALAD



ITALIAN PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH TUSCAN SPINACH SALAD image

Categories     Chicken

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves(1-1/2 lb.)
1 pkg. (6 oz.) FRESH TAKE Italian Parmesan Recipe Cheese Breadcrumb Mix, mixed together
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 red pepper, cut into thin strips
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF. Coat chicken with cheese mixture and bake as directed on package. Heat dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add peppers; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until crisp-tender. Add spinach and beans; cook 3 min. or just until spinach is wilted, stirring constantly. Serve chicken over the spinach salad.

CHICKEN SPINACH PARMESAN ROLLATINI



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My spin on Chicken Parmesan...My family and I love this simple dish...there's nothing hard about it, and so, so tasty and satisfying...nothing better than your own simple sauce...I hope you try this delicious meal, and love it as much as we do... You can make this a low fat W/W dish, by using low fat ricotta, egg beaters, low...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 25

FOR THE ZESTY SAUCE
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 large onion, chopped
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 - 28 oz can, crushed tomatoes
1 tsp oregano, dried
1/2 - 1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp red pepper flakes - less if prefer
CHICKEN
8 3 - 4 ounce - boneless, skinless chicken breasts - i cut two large breasts into 3 ounce portions
salt and pepper
3/4 c itlalian bread crumbs
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 c parmesan cheese, grated
SPINACH FILLING - IF YOU DON'T LIKE SPINACH...JUST USE THE CHEESE MIXTURE..USING 1/2 MORE OF CHEESES IN REPLACE OF THE SPINACH
1/4 c grated, parmesan cheese - additional for pasta
5 - 6 oz oz frozen spinach, thawed - squeezed dry of any liquid
1/4 c shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 - 3/4 c ricotta cheese
8 slice provalone cheese. sliced in half
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 egg
parsley flakes - optional
prepared warm pasta

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 degree F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
  • 2. Make the sauce - or use your favorite. 3 1/2 cups is what my recipe makes. May want to double if having more than 4 for spaghetti. I used this sauce for the chicken and 4 servings of pasta. Heat the olive oil in skillet or saucepan, over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute more. Add the tomatoes, oregano, salt and red pepper flakes, and bring to simmer. Simmer while preparing Chicken, about 10 minutes. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
  • 3. Now, pour the sauce into a food processor or blender and puree until desired smoothness. (totally optional, but for this dish, I like a smoother sauce. Keep warm till ready to use.
  • 4. In a bowl, add ricotta cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella, spinach, salt and pepper to taste. Blend thoroughly.
  • 5. Place 2 or 3 chicken cutlets inside a large freezer bag Pound out each piece to about 1/4 in thick with meat mallot. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • 6. Now, salt and pepper each piece.
  • 7. On two separate plates; add bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to one, and lightly beat 2 eggs on another. Onto each breast, spread about 2 tablespoon of cheese mixture. If I have extra at the end, I add more to each.
  • 8. Loosely roll each one and keep seam side down. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then in breadcrumbs and place seam side down into prepared baking dish. Repeat steps with remaining chicken.
  • 9. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes. Remove from oven, top each cutlet with about 2 tbsp sauce.
  • 10. Criss - cross cheese atop the sauce. Sprinkle with parsley.
  • 11. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 3 more minutes.
  • 12. Serve with the additional sauce, pasta and Parmesan cheese. Delicious!!!

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken breasts are evenly cooked, pound them to an even thickness before breading and cooking.
  • For a crispier coating, double-coat the chicken in the flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the chicken so that it has plenty of room to brown.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat so that it cooks through without burning.
  • Top the chicken with the marinara sauce and cheese and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the chicken parmesan with a side of spaghetti or garlic bread.

Conclusion:

Spinach chicken parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of crispy chicken, flavorful marinara sauce, and melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!

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