This Creamy Tuscan Baked Spinach & Chicken is possibly the easiest and most delicious chicken recipe you’ll ever make. It’s very easy to prepare and contains only 6g of carbs per serving—perfect for those following a low-carb diet!
As you already know, I’m all about quick and easy recipes! Between taking my kids to basketball practice, swimming lessons, and the never-ending trips to the grocery store, I only have a few minutes to prepare something that’s delicious and family-approved—this Creamy Tuscan Baked Spinach & Chicken dish fits that description perfectly!
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It’s packed with a ton of creamy, Italian-inspired flavors including fresh garlic, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. This dish contains only 6g of carbs per serving and can be paired with a serving of pasta, or if you want to keep this dish low-carb, try pairing it with a serving of mashed cauliflower or a simple side salad.
HOW TO MAKE TUSCAN CHICKEN
This dish may look a little intimidating, but it’s so easy to make! Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F . In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, spinach, garlic, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
Slice two large chicken breasts in half, horizontally, and place them in the bottom of a baking dish. Drizzle the chicken with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Spread the creamy spinach mixture on top of the chicken and top with sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and cover with foil.
Bake for about 20-25 minutes covered, and 15 minutes uncovered or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is nice and golden. Serve immediately with your choice of sides and enjoy!
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Creamy Tuscan Baked Spinach & Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or 2 chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup frozen chopped spinach thawed and dried
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 & ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and thinly sliced
- 1 & ¼ cups shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
- Salt/pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
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In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, spinach, garlic, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
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Place chicken in the bottom of a baking dish. Drizzle the chicken with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and ½ tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Spread the creamy spinach mixture on top of the chicken and top with the sun-dried tomatoes. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top and cover with foil.
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Bake for about 20 minutes covered, and 15 minutes uncovered or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is nice and golden. Serve immediately with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Info: Calories: 448 | Carbohydrates: 6g | Fat: 33g | Protein: 16g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 455mg
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