Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese
Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese is a deliciously creamy dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and rich cream cheese for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. In just 45 minutes, you can create a comforting casserole that not only serves as a hearty family dinner but is also great for meal prep. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or cheeses to suit your palate. This dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally and pound to an even thickness.
- Marinate the chicken with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
- Sauté spinach in a skillet until wilted; remove from heat.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sautéed spinach and half of the mozzarella.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish, spread the cream cheese mixture over it, and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg