Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic

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Tender chicken breasts sautéed with garlic and fresh spinach, glazed in a bright lemon-honey sauce for a light yet flavorful meal. This general-inspired chicken (low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breast, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 General cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F and have a golden crust.
  3. Step 3: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes, stirring until wilted.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2 tbsp honey, cooking for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the spinach.
  6. Step 6: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the lemon-honey glaze over the top. Cook together for 1 more minute before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sautéed Lemon-Honey Chicken with Spinach and Garlic low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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