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Chicken And Spinach Casserole
This Chicken And Spinach Casserole brings together tender poultry and fresh greens in a way that feels indulgent but is actually quite good for you. It is the perfect solution for anyone needing a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 1h 20m⏳ Prep: 50 min🔥 Cook: 25 min👤 Ricardo Solis📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- baking dish
- oven
- bowl
- whisk
- skillet
- mixing bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Pound thicker ends gently for even thickness.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss chicken cutlets to coat. Refrigerate for ⏱️ 15-30 minutes.
olive oil, divided2 tablespoonsgarlic, minced3 clovesItalian seasoning1 tablespoon
4
While chicken marinates, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and cook for ⏱️ 2-3 minutes until wilted. Set aside to cool.
olive oil, divided2 tablespoonsfresh spinach2 cups
5
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in wilted spinach, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella, and optional Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
cream cheese, softened8 ouncesfresh spinach2 cups
6
(Optional) Sear marinated chicken cutlets in a hot skillet for ⏱️ 1-2 minutes per side until golden.
7
Arrange chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish. Spoon cream cheese and spinach mixture generously over each piece. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
cream cheese, softened8 ouncesfresh spinach2 cupsshredded mozzarella cheese, divided1 cup
8
Bake for ⏱️ 20-30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is melted and lightly browned. Let rest ⏱️ 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
calories
540 calories
fat Content
36g fat
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2g fiber
sugar Content
2g sugar
sodium Content
490mg sodium
protein Content
41g protein
carbohydrate Content
6g carbs
saturated Fat Content
18g saturated fat
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