Chicken and Spinach Bake

This Chicken and Spinach Bake combines tender chicken with nutritious spinach and a creamy cheese sauce for a comforting low-carb meal. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced chicken breast. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in cream cheese until evenly combined with the chicken and spinach mixture.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spinach, promoting overall health.

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