Chicken & Spinach Cream Cheese Casserole – Easy Healthy Dinner

 Busy evenings deserve a dinner that feels indulgent without wrecking your goals—and this Chicken & Spinach Cream Cheese Casserole totally delivers. Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, it turns simple ingredients into a weeknight win. One pan, minimal prep, and serious comfort? Yes, please.

Juicy baked chicken breasts form the base, making this one of those Chicken Breast Recipes Baked you’ll come back to again and again. Add sautéed spinach, rich cream cheese, and a blanket of melty mozzarella, and suddenly dinner feels a little fancy—without the extra work. IMO, this is the kind of dish that proves Healthy Dinner Recipes Quick don’t have to be boring.

What really makes this recipe shine is how flexible it is. Need a Recipe With Spinach that works for meal prep? Done. Looking for Simple Clean Eating Recipes that still taste amazing? This checks the box. Want something that fits your low-carb lifestyle? It’s a solid pick for Healthy Keto Recipes and easy to customize for Keto Recipes Dinner plans.

This Chicken And Spinach Casserole also nails that cozy factor. It’s creamy without being heavy, satisfying without the food coma. Serve it straight from the oven for a comforting Spinach Casserole, or pair it with a light side salad to keep things balanced. Either way, it works as a Heart Healthy Dinner when you’re craving comfort but still want to eat smart.

FYI, leftovers might taste even better the next day—so don’t be surprised if this dish becomes your new weeknight MVP. Who says healthy can’t be crave-worthy?

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Chicken & Spinach Cream Cheese Casserole – Easy Healthy Dinner

Ingredients

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or oil.
2. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to make four thinner pieces. Lightly pound thicker sections so all pieces cook evenly.
3. Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes.
4. Warm remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.
5. In a bowl, whip softened cream cheese until smooth. Fold in cooked spinach and ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Stir in Parmesan if using.
6. Optional: Quickly sear the marinated chicken in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side for extra flavor.
7. Arrange chicken in the baking dish. Spread cream cheese–spinach mixture over the top and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
8. Bake uncovered for 20–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and cheese is melted and lightly browned.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Frozen spinach may be used; thaw fully and squeeze out excess liquid.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
• Chicken thighs can be substituted for a juicier result.