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Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese

  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Description

A comforting chicken and spinach casserole with cream cheese, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease your 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create four cutlets. Pound them to ensure even thickness.
  3. Whisk 1 tablespoon of olive oil with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss the chicken in this marinade and chill for 15-30 minutes.
  4. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the wilted spinach and 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese (add Parmesan if desired) until well blended.
  6. Remove the chicken from the marinade. If you choose, sear the chicken for 1-2 minutes per side. Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the greased baking dish.
  7. Spread the spinach and cream cheese mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese has melted and lightly browned.
  9. Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

For a sharper flavor, swap half the mozzarella for cheddar and consider adding fresh herbs to the filling.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken casserole, spinach casserole, cream cheese recipe

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