Description
Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Bake
Ingredients:
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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups sliced mushrooms
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3 cups fresh spinach
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or fresh basil
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly browned. Transfer to a baking dish.
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In the same skillet, cook mushrooms until they release their juices and start to brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
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Add garlic and spinach. Cook just until spinach wilts.
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Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes.
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Pour the creamy spinach mushroom sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
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Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and golden.
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Sprinkle with parsley or basil before serving to make it look like you really planned this meal out.