This Italian Baked Chicken with Spinach and Cheese keto recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a keto dinner. It combines tender chicken breasts with fresh spinach and melted cheese, creating a deliciously creamy and low-carb meal.
The recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Easy Italian Baked Chicken with Spinach and Cheese
This dish features juicy chicken breasts baked with a mixture of sautéed spinach and cheese, resulting in a rich and hearty meal. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté Spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place them in a baking dish.
- Add Spinach and Cheese: Spoon the sautéed spinach evenly over the chicken breasts. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Italian Baked Chicken with Spinach and Cheese!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
