Cheesy Chicken, Spinach
This Cheesy Chicken with Spinach recipe combines succulent chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a wholesome dinner, it's delicious, easy to prepare, and packed with flavor.
Equipment
- 1 oven-safe skillet or casserole dish
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 grater for cheese
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds total.
- 2 cups fresh spinach About 1 ounce.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 4 ounces.
- ½ cup cream cheese Softened, 4 ounces.
- ½ cup chicken broth 4 ounces.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season both sides of each chicken breast with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and chicken broth to create a smooth mixture. Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh spinach until well incorporated.
- Pour the creamy spinach mixture over the partially cooked chicken breasts in the skillet, spreading it evenly.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include some crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.
Serve this dish with a side of rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.