Cheesy Chicken Spinach Bake (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy cheese, spinach, and chicken baked together for a flavorful, satisfying low carb dish.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthwise into 6 thin cutlets
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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170 grams cream cheese, softened
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60 grams baby spinach leaves
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100 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a 33x23 cm glass baking dish with non-stick spray.
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Place chicken cutlets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over chicken, then evenly sprinkle minced garlic and Italian seasoning.
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Spread softened cream cheese evenly over the top of each chicken cutlet.
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Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add baby spinach and sauté, stirring frequently, until the leaves are wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
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Distribute wilted spinach evenly over the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C and cheese is bubbly. Serve hot.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For even cooking, ensure chicken cutlets are of uniform thickness.
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Let the bake rest a few minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set.