Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese
Indulge in this Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese, a perfect weeknight meal that combines creamy textures with rich flavors. This comforting dish features tender chicken and vibrant spinach enveloped in a luscious cream cheese mixture, topped with gooey mozzarella. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s not only quick but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite vegetables or cheeses. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this casserole brings smiles to the dinner table and leaves everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut chicken breasts in half horizontally and marinate them in olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Sauté spinach in a skillet until wilted, then mix with cream cheese and half of the mozzarella.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish and layer with the cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg