Lemon Butter Spinach and Artichoke Chicken.

All the comfort of warm spinach-artichoke dip—only dinner-worthy. Pan-seared garlicky chicken in a light lemon butter sauce with fresh thyme, spinach, artichokes, and parmesan cheese to make it cozy. Serve this chicken with crusty bread for dipping into that yummy lemon sauce! Add a salad on the side to round this meal out. Perfection! Make it on a busy weeknight or for casual company. Simple steps, big flavor, and easy to tweak with what’s in the fridge.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Familiar dip flavors in a full, satisfying meal.
• One-pan friendly with pantry staples; easy to adjust richness, spice, and add-ins.

Ingredient Notes

• Chicken: Chicken breasts will be leaner, but chicken thighs will be juicier and more forgiving. Pat very dry for better sear.
• Spinach: Fresh preferred, but frozen works too..thaw and squeeze very dry to avoid watering down the sauce.
• Artichokes: Marinated is best for flavor, canned can work too. Drain well; pat dry to prevent splattering.
• Creamy elements: Cream, cream cheese, or a splash of milk with grated Parmesan
• Acid & brightness: Lemon juice/zest or a spoon of brine from the artichokes to balance richness.
• Add a little heat: Red pepper flakes or Calabrian chili for warmth.

Recipe Inspiration

Spring recipes are here! I’m embracing this season we’re in, the longer days are just wonderful. The warming temperatures have me dreaming of summertime (and South Florida, which is where I would love to be right now). And all of the flowers that are growing left and right are so beautiful.

I love highlighting seasonal ingredients, and two of my favorites this time of year are spinach and artichokes. I haven’t shared many recipes with this combination of produce, so I’m always a happy girl when I have a new recipe to share!

This is a really great one-skillet saucy, lemony butter chicken. It’s a breeze to make any night of the week.

I like to serve this with warm ciabatta bread (the Whole Foods ciabatta is really great) and a fresh salad. The bread is a must, it’s delicious for dipping in the sauce.

Here Are The Details

Step 1: season the chicken

Salt and pepper the chicken. For this recipe, I use thinly sliced chicken breasts. You can also switch it up and use pork chops. I’ve actually made this both ways, and if you enjoy pork chops, they’re a great option.

Dredge the chicken through a mix of flour, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Step 2: sear the chicken

Working in an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken over medium heat until it’s golden on both sides, then remove it from the pan.

Step 3: make the lemon butter sauce

In that same pan, add a few slices of butter, a sliced lemon, chopped garlic, and fresh thyme.

At this point, everything in the skillet should smell delicious. Let the butter cook until browned. Now add lemon juice and broth.

Mix in the spinach and artichokes.

Step 4: finish up the dish

Slide the chicken into the sauce and sprinkle over a handful of grated Parmesan cheese.

Bake for 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking the chicken.

Now serve the dish as you desire and enjoy!! I threw some fresh herbs on top like basil or cilantro – whatever you have on hand. You could also add red chili flakes or capers for more flavoring. It’s a real crowd-pleaser and comes out of the oven looking pretty and smelling even more delicious.

Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, but also great for entertaining. It really brightens the table!

Variations

Lighter: Swap part of the cream for milk; finish with extra lemon and herbs (sauce will be thinner).

Dairy-free: Use full-fat coconut milk or a plant creamer; expect a slightly sweeter, less “cheesy” profile—counter with lemon and extra salt.

Add carbs: Spoon over orzo, rice, or pasta; the sauce will loosen on contact—reduce slightly beforehand for a thicker cling.

Extra veggie: Fold in peas or chopped roasted peppers for color and sweetness.

More heat: Chili flakes or a spoon of Calabrian chili paste.

Looking for other easy weeknight dinners? Here are some favorites.

Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Souvlaki and Potatoes

Browned Garlic Butter Creamed Corn Cheese Ravioli

One Skillet Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake

Lastly, if you make this Lemon Butter Spinach and Artichoke Chicken, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!

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