Description
When you’re tired, hungry, and don’t want a pile of dishes, this Cheesy Ground Chicken Skillet comes to the rescue. Everything cooks in one pan and comes together into a cozy, protein-packed meal with tender ground chicken, tomatoes, creamy white beans, fresh spinach, and plenty of melted cheese.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground chicken
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
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1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
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2 cups baby spinach
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian-blend cheese
Optional garnish:
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Fresh basil, parsley, or red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Cook the Onion
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent. -
Add Garlic & Chicken
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground chicken, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. -
Simmer
Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), white beans, and Italian seasoning. Stir well and let simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes to slightly reduce. -
Add Spinach
Add the spinach and stir until wilted, about 1–2 minutes. -
Melt the Cheese
Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and let sit for 2–3 minutes until melted. -
Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve straight from the skillet.
Notes
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Let the chicken brown: Don’t stir constantly—browning adds flavor.
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Too watery? Simmer uncovered a few extra minutes to reduce liquid.
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No lid? Cover with foil or place briefly under the broiler (oven-safe pan only).
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Extra creamy: Stir in ¼ cup cream cheese or heavy cream before adding cheese.
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Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to taste.