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Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese

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Comforting Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese, 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: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat recommended.
  • 6 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with frozen.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking and marinating.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Can replace with oregano or dried herbs.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally for even cooking.
  3. Marinate chicken with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
  4. Sauté spinach in olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Mix cream cheese until smooth, then fold in sautéed spinach and half the mozzarella.
  6. Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish, top with cream cheese mixture and remaining mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 20-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and cheese is golden brown.
  8. Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different cheeses and vegetables as desired.

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