Poached Chicken Breast With Spinach and Swiss Cheese

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Delicious Poached Chicken Breast With Spinach and Swiss Cheese Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

296

Sugar

Fat

10g

This Poached Chicken Breast With Spinach and Swiss Cheese recipe is a simple, yet tasty meal perfect for dinner after a long day. The recipe is easy to make and is packed with healthy ingredients, making it a great option for those looking to maintain a healthy diet. Poached chicken breasts are tender and juicy, while the spinach provides a fresh and nutritious flavor. Swiss cheese adds a creamy, salty touch to the dish, rounding out the flavors nicely. The entire meal can be made within 30 minutes and served warm, making it a great weeknight dinner option.

Instructions

1.	Place chicken breasts into a large saucepan and add water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2.	Once water is boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
3.	Remove chicken from the pan and let it cool for a few minutes. While the chicken is cooling, add spinach to the pan and cook until wilted.
4.	Place one slice of Swiss cheese on top of each chicken breast, then add the spinach on top of the cheese. Let the cheese melt over the chicken and spinach for a few minutes.
5.	Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a healthy and delicious meal.

Not only is it packed with protein from the chicken, but it also includes nutrient-rich spinach and calcium-filled Swiss cheese.

CONS

Poaching chicken can be a bit dry compared to other cooking methods.

The recipe calls for a significant amount of water, which can dilute the flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and low in fat, making it an excellent option for those looking to maintain a healthy diet.
The spinach included in the recipe is full of vitamins and nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and fiber. Swiss cheese is full of calcium, which helps build strong bones.

	4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
	1 pinch salt
	1 pinch pepper
	4 ounces spinach ( fresh or frozen )
	4 slices swiss cheese
	6 cups water