Description
Experience comfort food at its finest with this White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Delight. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, creamy white cheddar and fresh spinach sauce, creating a dish that’s as inviting as it is delicious. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe combines simple ingredients for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add chicken to the skillet and sear each side until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side).
- Once the chicken is cooked through, fold in the fresh spinach until wilted. Stir in cream cheese and shredded white cheddar until melted and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. If desired, sprinkle more cheddar on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest briefly before serving. Pair with rice or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 150mg