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Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole

A creamy, cheesy baked chicken casserole loaded with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan for a rich Tuscan-inspired comfort meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Base
  • 4 chicken breasts large
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Creamy Tuscan Sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Sear chicken in olive oil until lightly golden, then place in dish.
  4. Sauté garlic, then add cream cheese until melted.
  5. Stir in cream, broth, Parmesan, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  6. Pour sauce over chicken in casserole dish.
  7. Top with mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and cooked through.
  9. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Letting the casserole rest improves sauce thickness and flavor.