Description
A rich and creamy chicken dish that combines tender chicken breasts with cream cheese and an array of seasonings, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing the baking dish
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare your baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Chop fresh spinach or thaw and drain frozen spinach, then fold it into the cheese mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in the greased baking dish and spoon the cream cheese mixture generously over each piece.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the dish sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
For healthier adjustments, use low-fat cream cheese or add more veggies. Ensure not to overbake the chicken for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg