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Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach

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Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach is a flavorful Latin American-inspired dish featuring smoky marinated chicken paired with tender spinach sautéed in garlic for a wholesome, vibrant meal.

Ingredients

  1. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
    Asado marinade or seasoning blend (smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, oregano, vinegar, chili flakes)
    Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    6 cups fresh spinach leaves
    4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
    Optional: lemon juice for spinach

Instructions

Marinate chicken breasts in asado seasoning or prepared marinade for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
  2. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and browned. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil if needed and sauté sliced garlic over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden.
  4. Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  5. Serve chicken breasts alongside garlic sautéed spinach.

Notes

  1. Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
  2. Add sliced onions or bell peppers to spinach for extra color and sweetness.
  3. Incorporate fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley into the marinade.
  4. Serve with roasted potatoes, rice, or quinoa to complete the meal.
  5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  6. Reheat chicken gently to avoid drying out and spinach briefly to maintain texture.

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