Chicken Spinach Bake
Creamy, savory, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Chicken Spinach Bake is the ultimate comfort dish your family will love! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are nestled over a bed of garlicky, sautéed spinach and smothered in a rich, velvety blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan. Finished with a golden, cheesy crust, this oven-baked recipe is as indulgent as it is nourishing. With layers of flavor from Italian seasoning and fresh garlic, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with a side of pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy goodness, and you’ve got a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Ready in just an hour, this one-pan bake is the perfect way to bring comfort food to your table while still sneaking in plenty of leafy greens.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring constantly until wilted. This will take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, milk, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Spread the wilted spinach mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange the seared chicken breasts on top of the spinach.
Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.4 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.7 g | 444% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1006 mg | 335% | |
| Sodium | 5593 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 294.8 g | 590% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2198 mg | 169% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2105 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
