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Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole Your New Favorite Comfort Food

This Chicken and Spinach Casserole is a cozy, satisfying dish that's gluten-free and low-carb friendly.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Swap for chicken thighs for extra flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Any neutral oil works as a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Feel free to use oregano or basil.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Season to your liking.
  • 8 ounces Fresh spinach Frozen spinach is a great alternative.
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Full-fat is best for ultimate creaminess.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella Cheddar or any melting cheese can be swapped.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional) Nutritional yeast can replace it for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken and Spinach Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Cut chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets and pound them gently.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken in this mixture and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté fresh spinach for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then fold in the sautéed spinach and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. In the greased baking dish, place the marinated chicken in a single layer. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken and top with remaining mozzarella.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown, and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  8. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the casserole to rest will help it hold its shape when serving.

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