Description
Indulge in this creamy Spinach Casserole and Creamy Chicken, featuring tender chicken and vibrant spinach enveloped in a rich sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 3 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in another skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (7-8 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with garlic powder and half of the shredded cheese.
- Layer cooked chicken in the baking dish, top with wilted spinach, and pour creamy mixture over everything.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate spices like nutmeg or swap chicken for turkey or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. Avoid overcooking the spinach before baking to maintain its texture.