Creamy Spinach Chicken Casserole

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This healthy one pan creamy spinach chicken dinner is my absolute go-to for dinner in a pinch.

Looking for a spinach and chicken recipe for dinner? Introducing, creamy spinach chicken casserole made with cream cheese and mozzarella. This spinach chicken dinner idea is not only easy, but it is keto and low-carb friendly.

There's only a few ingredients and turns out perfectly every time. A true comfort food to be reckoned with and only minimal prep.The spinach and cream cheese mixture for this recipe is super easy to prepare, making this keto recipe a no-brainer.

How do I make a spinach chicken casserole?

Baked chicken breasts can be difficult to perfect. You'll want them juicy enough, without drying out.

First, you'll want to bake the chicken with a bit of butter and garlic powder for half of the time.

While the chicken breasts are baking, mix up your creamed spinach mixture. You can use any of the following options:

• 10 ounce frozen block of spinach
• 1 or 2 cans of drained spinach
• 1 bag of fresh spinach

Next, add your spinach to 6 ounces of warmed cream cheese.

Speaking of creamed spinach, this recipe was inspired by Martha Stewart's easy creamed spinach.

How to add extra flavor to your creamy spinach chicken casserole:

• mix in a bit of Italian seasoning
• add peppers
• add cajun spices

For the remaining time, you'll want to add the spinach mixture over them, along with the a bit of extra mozzarella to top off your casserole.

Next, bake for an additional 15-20 minutes and remove from the oven.

How do I get my mozzarella cheese to brown in a casserole?

Broil your casserole for 2-3 minutes, checking frequently

Lastly, only salt your chicken after it’s out of the oven, so it won't dry out too much.

What are other ways to make creamy baked chicken?

Instead of using spinach and cream cheese, you may want to try:

• broccoli, cauliflower and cream cheese chicken casserole
• poblano peppers, cream cheese and bacon with baked chicken
• sautéed onions added to creamed mushrooms atop baked chicken

Don't have chicken right now? Here's some other cream cheese casserole ideas:

• Seafood lover? Make spinach and tuna cream cheese casserole instead of using chicken
• Make this recipe using pork instead
• No meat in the fridge? Make a veggie cream cheese casserole with whatever vegetables you have topped off with cheesy goodness

Creamy Spinach Chicken Casserole

Amber @ Low Carb Quick

It doesn't get easier than this Italian-inspired Keto casserole. One pan in the oven and minimal prep time is a lifesaver.

4.2 from 21 votes

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Prep Time 7 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 32 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, French

Servings 4

Calories 444 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 4 chicken breasts
• 6 oz cream cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tbsp bacon bits, optional
• 10 oz frozen spinach (one block)

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Defrost spinach, either in boiling water or place in fridge the night before.
• Heat cream cheese in microwave for 30 sec. to soften and mix with drained spinach.
• In cast-iron skillet or baking dish, coat with butter and add chicken Add 1-2 small slices of butter and 1 tsp garlic powder atop the chicken. Bake for 15 minutes.
• Mix cream cheese and spinach.
• Remove chicken. Add cream cheese & spinach mixture on chicken. Add red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese if desired. Bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted.

Nutrition

Calories: 444kcalCarbohydrates: 2.6gProtein: 37.3gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 16.2gCholesterol: 151mg

Keyword Casserole, healthy, keto diet, ketogenic, low carb

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