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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 comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Chicken Breast or chicken thighs for added juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme
  • 4 cups Spinach fresh or thawed frozen, drained well
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese full-fat for best texture
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese or other melting cheeses
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets and pound to uniform thickness.
  3. Marinate chicken cutlets in olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
  4. Sauté spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then fold in sautéed spinach and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  6. Arrange the marinated chicken cutlets in the baking dish, spoon the creamy spinach mixture over them, and top with remaining mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 20-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, sear chicken cutlets before baking and drain spinach well if using frozen. Assemble a day ahead for enhanced flavors and convenience.

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