Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the creamy and savory goodness of our Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken fillets with a luxurious cream cheese sauce, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Topped with a blend of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also makes for a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Each bite is rich in flavor, making it an instant favorite at your dinner table. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to prep it in advance and simply bake when ready to serve. Experience the Italian-inspired flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (bisected horizontally to yield 4 thin fillets)
- 4 ounces of cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 3/4 cup of heavy cream
- 4 cloves of garlic (finely minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 3/4 cup of mozzarella cheese (finely grated)
- 8 ounces of sun-dried tomatoes (well-drained and finely chopped; reserve the oil)
- 3/4 cup of fresh spinach (coarsely chopped)
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Slice chicken breasts lengthwise to create thin fillets and place them in a baking dish. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle half of the minced garlic on top.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and heavy cream; beat until smooth. Add remaining garlic, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix until combined.
- Spread the cream mixture over the chicken fillets in the baking dish. Drizzle with reserved sun-dried tomato oil and scatter chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Stir in coarsely chopped spinach and top with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
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