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If you're on the hunt for a dish that embodies comfort and flavor, look no further than the Creamy Garlic Chicken & Spinach Bake. This delightful recipe marries tender chicken breasts with a luscious, creamy sauce, all while incorporating fresh spinach for a burst of color and nutrition. Ideal for weeknight dinners and family gatherings alike, this dish not only satisfies the palate but also simplifies your cooking routine with its straightforward preparation.

Creamy Garlic Chicken & Spinach Bake

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Garlic Chicken & Spinach Bake recipe. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, velvety cream sauce, complemented by vibrant spinach and oozing cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, it's both indulgent and nutritious. Easy to prepare, this dish promises to satisfy and impress. Serve it with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
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Ingredients
  

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

      Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

        Combine Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the cream sauce, stirring until just wilted. Then, return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over each piece.

          Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and spinach mixture in the skillet.

            Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.

              Serve: Once done, remove from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 45 minutes | 4 servings