Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 cups low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 tsp dried Italian seasoning

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken strips dry with paper towels until the surface is matte.
  2. Place chicken directly in a 9x13 inch baking dish and toss with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, squeezed spinach, minced garlic, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until a thick, cohesive paste forms.
  4. Dollop the spinach mixture over the chicken and spread into an even layer using a spatula to seal in moisture.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella and dried Italian seasoning. Bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.