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Creamy Lemon Chicken White Bean Skillet

Validated Eats recipe ยท 2026-07-08

Ingredients

  • 1 lb thin-sliced chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

Method

  1. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
  2. Sear the chicken in 1 tablespoon olive oil until golden on both sides, then transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the remaining olive oil, shallot, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the white beans, broth, and lemon zest, then simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Fold in the spinach until wilted, lower the heat, and stir in the Parmesan and Greek yogurt.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and finish with lemon juice before serving.

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