Description
Creamy Chicken & Spinach Casserole is a delightful comfort dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, offering a heartwarming meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken breasts, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (around 2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish; if using pasta, stir it in before baking. Bake uncovered for around 25 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg