Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
Feel free to substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, and you can swap mozzarella for any melting cheese like Monterey Jack or Gruyere for a different flavor profile.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, then add half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Stir until the cheese has melted into the sauce.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Remember to taste as you go, a lesson from my abuela that ensures your dish is perfectly seasoned to your liking. Cooking is as much about instinct as it is about following instructions!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International