Description
Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese and Mozzarella is a creamy, low-carb dinner made with tender chicken, sautéed spinach, and gooey cheese. This one-dish recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Save and try it tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced horizontally into fillets
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups fresh spinach, rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a Ziplock bag. Add the sliced chicken fillets, seal the bag, and gently knead to coat evenly. Let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Place an oven rack in the center position and preheat to 400ºF (200ºC).
- Wilt the Spinach: Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and cook until just wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Casserole: Lay the marinated chicken fillets in a single layer in a baking dish. Evenly spread softened cream cheese on top, layer with wilted spinach, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF (75ºC).
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before plating. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice.
Notes
Use room-temp cream cheese for easy spreading.
Broil the last 2 minutes for a golden, bubbly cheese top.
Great with cauliflower rice or roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes Marinate Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 28g