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Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole

Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole: Comforting Italian Goodness

Experience the delight of Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole, a comforting dish blending tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and vibrant spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 fillets Chicken Breasts Thin fillets ensure quicker cooking and even seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Milk can be a lighter alternative.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable for best taste.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can be replaced with finely chopped onions.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Use smoked paprika for enhanced depth.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Use fresh herbs if available.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used if preferred.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground pepper is recommended.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Vegan cheese is suitable for dairy-free options.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used, but may alter consistency.
  • 2 cups Spinach Kale or Swiss chard can be alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it's hot.
  2. Thinly slice the chicken breasts into fillets and season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
  3. Mix cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth, then add the rest of the sauce ingredients.
  4. Spread the creamy sauce over the chicken fillets and add sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Stir in spinach and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is golden.
  8. Allow to rest for a few moments before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole keeps well, making it perfect for meal prep or easy reheating throughout the week.

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