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Chicken and Spinach Casserole Recipe

Chicken and Spinach Casserole Recipe

4.9 from 29 reviews

Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Chicken and Spinach Casserole that makes for a satisfying meal any day of the week. Tender chicken breasts, fresh spinach, and a rich cream cheese mixture come together perfectly in this easy-to-make casserole dish.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Casserole:

  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Sear them in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  4. Assemble Casserole: Layer the fresh spinach in the baking dish, place the seared chicken on top, and spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken.
  5. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the casserole.
  6. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the cheese is bubbly.

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Keywords: Chicken, Spinach, Casserole, Cream Cheese, Mozzarella, Easy, Baked