One Pan Tomato Spinach Chicken

Time after time, this chicken skillet meal is one of our favorite recipes, and it’s not hard to see why. With minimal effort it comes together in less than an hour but looks and tastes like you have been prepping all day. This is the perfect dish to serve if you are looking for an extra special weeknight dinner or a date night option that sure to impress!

As a mom, finding a recipe that’s quick, flavorful, and a hit with the family feels like winning the lottery. That’s why I love making this dish. It’s the ideal recipe for days when you’re short on time but want something that feels extra special—perfect for weeknight dinners or an at-home date night!

This skillet chicken dish checks all the boxes: it’s loaded with comforting flavors, packed with nutritious veggies, and ready in under an hour. With minimal prep, it brings together tender chicken, melty cheese, and a flavorful tomato and spinach base, creating a meal that looks (and tastes!) like you’ve been in the kitchen all day.

Why This Recipe Works for Busy Days:

Minimal Ingredients – This recipe calls for pantry staples and simple ingredients, so you won’t need to run out for specialty items.
Quick Prep – Only a few minutes of hands-on time to season, cook, and layer the flavors.
Nutritious and Delicious – The spinach, tomatoes, and chicken provide a good dose of protein, vitamins, and fiber.
One Pan Wonder – Less cleanup is a blessing for any mom with a busy schedule.

Whether you’re gathering everyone around the dinner table or enjoying a quiet meal after the kids go to bed, this skillet chicken is a sure way to make dinnertime feel just a little bit special—even on a regular Tuesday.

Give it a try and let me know what you think! This recipe has become one of our family’s go-to meals, and I hope it becomes one of yours, too.

Ingredients:

4 medium thin sliced chicken breasts (or 2 chicken breasts, sliced horizontally)
1/4 teaspoon salt and fresh cracked pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Crushed red chili pepper flakes, to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons butter, divided
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, minced
5 medium tomatoes, (chopped in cubes)
1/2 cup chicken stock
3 – 4 cups fresh spinach
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix…)
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Combine salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, and crushed red chili pepper flake in a small bowl. Rub the chicken with the seasoning mixture and set aside.

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through and nicely browned. Remove to a plate and set aside.

In the same skillet, add remaining butter and cook garlic and onion for one minute, until fragrant. Add tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes. Stir in chicken broth, and add spinach. Cook for one minute or two, until spinach is wilted.

Add chicken back to the skillet with the spinach and tomato sauce. Sprinkle chicken with shredded cheese, then transfer the skillet to the oven and broil quickly until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove the tomato spinach chicken skillet from oven, garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.