Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese
If you’re in search of a delicious and creamy comfort food that brings joy to the dinner table, look no further than this Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and rich cream cheese for a satisfying meal your whole family will love. With its quick preparation time and easy assembly, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. It’s not only comforting but also packed with nutrients, making it a great choice for any occasion. Serve it alongside crusty garlic bread or a light salad for a complete meal that will impress everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut chicken breasts in half horizontally into cutlets; pound to an even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for 15-30 minutes.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix cream cheese with sautéed spinach and half of the mozzarella.
- Remove marinated chicken from fridge; optionally sear each cutlet briefly.
- Arrange chicken in a greased baking dish; spread cream cheese mixture over chicken and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg