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Spinach and Feta Baked Chicken

Tender baked chicken topped with a creamy blend of feta, spinach, cream cheese, and fresh herbs, finished with melted mozzarella for a satisfying and easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs for juicier results
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • olive oil for greasing the pan
  • 2 cup fresh spinach chopped, or 10 oz frozen spinach thawed and squeezed completely dry
  • 4 oz feta cheese crumbled, preferably block feta packed in brine
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Season each chicken breast generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Arrange in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pound to even thickness if needed for uniform cooking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, parsley, dill, green onions, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until fully combined and spreadable with no cream cheese lumps.
  4. Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, covering the entire surface generously.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the spinach layer on each piece of chicken.
  6. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Thicker chicken breasts may need up to 45 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use block feta packed in brine for best flavor. If using frozen spinach, squeeze out all moisture thoroughly before mixing. Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat well in a covered dish at 325 degrees F for 12 to 15 minutes.