ππ₯¬ Creamy Oven Alfredo Chicken and Spinach
A comforting, restaurant-style dinner featuring tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, fresh spinach, and melted cheese baked together until rich and bubbly. This easy oven dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, or when youβre craving a creamy Italian-inspired comfort food.
β±οΈ Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 25β30 minutes
- Total Time: About 50 minutes
- Servings: 6
π Ingredients
π Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Β½ teaspoon paprika
- Β½ teaspoon salt
- Β½ teaspoon black pepper
π₯¬ Creamy Alfredo Spinach Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Β½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 5 cups fresh spinach (or 1Β½ cups frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
Optional Additions
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- Red pepper flakes
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan for topping
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- Season chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in a skillet for 3β4 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish.
2. Make the Alfredo Sauce
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in cream and cream cheese.
- Simmer gently until smooth.
- Add Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt.
- Stir until creamy and melted.
- Fold in spinach until slightly wilted.
3. Assemble & Bake
- Pour Alfredo spinach sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25β30 minutes until:
- Chicken is cooked through (165Β°F / 74Β°C)
- Sauce is bubbling
- Cheese is golden
4. Serve
Spoon creamy sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley or extra Parmesan.
π½οΈ Serving Suggestions
Perfect with:
- π Fettuccine or pasta
- π Garlic butter rice
- π₯ Crusty bread
- π₯ Caesar salad
- π₯¦ Roasted vegetables
- π₯ Mashed potatoes
π‘ Tips & Variations
- Pound chicken breasts evenly so they cook faster and stay juicy.
- Add cooked pasta directly to the baking dish for a complete chicken Alfredo casserole.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add bacon bits for a smoky twist.
- Replace spinach with broccoli, kale, or roasted peppers.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of chicken broth to the Alfredo sauce.
π§ Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months (cream sauces may slightly change texture).
- Reheat gently in the oven or skillet with a splash of milk or cream.
π΄ Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 48 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fat: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
Creamy Oven Alfredo Chicken and Spinach is the ultimate comfort bakeβjuicy chicken, silky Alfredo sauce, nutritious spinach, and golden melted cheese all come together in one irresistible dish. πβ¨