Chicken Casserole with Spinach

A creamy and flavorful chicken casserole made with seasoned chicken breasts, garlic, cream cheese, spinach, and melted mozzarella. An easy baked dish that is comforting, balanced, and perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Casserole with Spinach

Servings:

Ingredients

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
8 ounces cream cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
Place the chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag. Add the olive oil, Italian seasoning, red chili flakes, and minced garlic. Seal the bag and gently toss until the chicken is evenly coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the bag and arrange the pieces in a single layer in a casserole dish.
Divide the cream cheese evenly among the chicken pieces and spread it over the surface of each piece.
In a skillet over medium heat, lightly wilt the spinach until just softened. Evenly distribute the wilted spinach over the chicken.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is lightly browned.
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for several minutes before serving.

Notes

This chicken casserole with spinach is naturally gluten free when prepared as written. To ensure it remains gluten free, verify that the Italian seasoning, red chili flakes, cream cheese, and shredded mozzarella are labeled gluten free and free from cross-contamination.