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Crispy Creamy Chicken Wings Florentine

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A delicious recipe featuring crispy chicken wings paired with a creamy, garlicky spinach sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish balances indulgence with fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, preferably with skin on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed, washed and roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • ½ cup chicken broth, low sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss wings in olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer on the rack or baking sheet.
  3. Bake the wings for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and skin is crisp.
  4. While wings bake, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add chopped spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add cream cheese and Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes if using. Remove from heat once sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Toss the crispy wings gently in the creamy spinach sauce or spoon the sauce over wings on a serving platter. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the wings for the last 2-3 minutes while watching carefully to avoid burning. If sauce is too thick, add a splash more broth; if too thin, simmer a bit longer. Pat wings dry thoroughly before baking to ensure crisp skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming.

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Keywords: chicken wings, creamy spinach sauce, crispy chicken, Florentine, easy chicken recipe, garlic chicken wings, family dinner, comfort food

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