Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole: Comforting Cheesy Goodness

Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish with tender chicken, zesty sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach in a cheesy embrace.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian-American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

2 pieces Chicken Breasts Cut in half horizontally for quicker cooking.
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Aromatic depth; fresh garlic can be substituted.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances the overall flavor profile.
1 teaspoon Paprika Contributes mild sweetness and vibrant color.
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Mix of herbs that brings traditional flavor.
8 ounce Cream Cheese Softened to create a creamy base.
1 cup Heavy Cream Adds luscious richness.
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Provides a nutty, salty kick.
2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Reserve half for topping.
1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Offers tangy bursts of flavor.
2 tablespoons Oil from Sun-Dried Tomato Jar Adds extra richness.
2 cups Fresh Spinach Can use frozen if well-drained.

For the Topping

1 cup Additional Mozzarella Cheese Sprinkle on top for topping.
1/2 cup Chopped Spinach Add just before the final bake.

Equipment

baking dish
mixing bowl
aluminum foil

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and arrange in a greased baking dish.
Beat together cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth, then fold in onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix in half of the shredded mozzarella.
Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken, drizzle the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes, and scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the top.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove foil, add chopped spinach and remaining mozzarella on top.
Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder and ensure frozen spinach is well-drained.

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