Description
Warm up your evenings with this creamy chicken and spinach casserole, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant spinach in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to impress everyone at the table. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a comforting choice for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional 30 seconds before adding diced chicken. Cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Toss in fresh spinach until wilted (approximately 2 minutes), then pour in heavy cream. Simmer until bubbly.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. For a different twist, experiment with mozzarella or cream cheese instead of Parmesan.