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Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese

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Delight in this Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese, offering comfort and flavor in every bite. 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: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts cut and pounded
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or butter
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 6 cups Fresh Spinach thawed frozen can be used
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat mallet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally and pound them to about ½ inch thick.
  3. Mix olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl; marinate the chicken.
  4. Sauté fresh spinach in a skillet for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Beat cream cheese until smooth; fold in spinach and half of shredded mozzarella.
  6. Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish and potentially sear each side.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken in the dish.
  8. Sprinkle remaining shredded mozzarella over the top.
  9. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to preserve creaminess.

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