Description

This creamy, comforting casserole layers seared chicken breasts with spinach and a rich cream cheese‑sour cream sauce, then melts mozzarella on top for a golden finish—simple yet elegant for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cups fresh spinach
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1½ cups sour cream
2 garlic cloves, minced
1¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (approx. 1½ cups total)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp onion powder

1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C) and grease a 9 × 13 inch baking dish.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Sear in skillet with olive oil, cooking 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic until smooth.
Layer spinach in casserole dish, top with seared chicken, then spread cream cheese mixture evenly over chicken.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temp of 165 °F and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Many versions suggest layering the spinach under the chicken (e.g., Graceful Flavors)

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the creamy mixture for a depth of flavor (suggested by Graceful Flavors)

You can substitute Greek yogurt or reduce sour cream for a lighter texture.

This recipe follows standard prep/cook times (~15 min prep + 30 min cook) and yields ~4 servings

Prep Time: ~15 minutes
Cook Time: ~30 minutes
Category: Main Course, Casserole
Method: Stovetop (to sear) + Oven-baked
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken spinach casserole, creamy chicken bake, low-carb chicken bake, comfort food casserole