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Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese

A creamy delight featuring tender chicken breasts, rich cream cheese, and sautéed spinach, topped with gooey mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose fresh chicken for the best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use high-quality olive oil for flavor enhancement.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh garlic adds depth to the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning A mix of herbs enhances the overall taste profile.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Adjust according to personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground pepper offers the best flavor.
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Fresh spinach ensures vibrant color and nutrition.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened cream cheese blends smoothly into the mixture.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Mozzarella provides that delicious cheesy topping.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Optional; adds a nutty flavor if desired.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally creating four thin cutlets. Pound any thicker parts gently to ensure even cooking.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together one tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper before tossing in the chicken cutlets. Cover and refrigerate them for 15-30 minutes to absorb all those wonderful flavors.
  4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add the fresh spinach and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until wilted before removing it from heat.
  5. In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth then stir in the wilted spinach along with half of the mozzarella cheese (and Parmesan if using) until well combined.
  6. Arrange the marinated chicken in your prepared baking dish; spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it then top everything off with the remaining mozzarella cheese before baking for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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