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Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese

Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese Bliss

This Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese is a creamy, hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Homemade blend of herbs works well
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 5 ounces Fresh Spinach Frozen spinach can be used if moisture is removed
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or cheese blend
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional ingredient to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat mallet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chicken and Spinach Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create cutlets.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Marinate the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes.
  4. Sauté fresh spinach in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Beat softened cream cheese in a bowl, then add sautéed spinach and ½ cup of mozzarella. Mix well.
  6. Optional: Sear marinated chicken cutlets in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.
  7. Place chicken cutlets in the baking dish, spread the cream cheese mixture on top, and sprinkle remaining mozzarella.
  8. Bake for 20-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is gluten-free, rich in protein, and ideal for meal prep. The recipe allows for customization with different vegetables and cheese options.

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