Creamy Chicken & Spinach Casserole
Creamy Chicken & Spinach Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a velvety sauce topped with golden Parmesan. This one-dish meal is simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With its rich texture and vibrant colors, every bite is a warm embrace of home-cooked goodness that your loved ones will cherish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add garlic and spinach to the skillet; cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and simmer for 3 minutes. Mix in Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 156mg