Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Chicken

INGREDIENTS

thin boneless skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 1/4 pounds)

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

salt , divided use

3/4 tsp

pepper , divided use

1 tbsp

butter

1 tbsp

all purpose flour

1 tsp

minced garlic

1/2 cup

chicken broth

3/4 cup

heavy cream

1 cup

marinated artichoke hearts , coarsely chopped

2 cups

fresh spinach leaves

2 tbsp

chopped parsley