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Freshly baked Tuscan chicken casserole in a white baking dish.

BAKED TUSCAN CHICIKEN CASSEROLE

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Greek Yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Place chicken pieces in the dish and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix together cream, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  7. Top with fresh spinach and lightly fold it into the sauce.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbly.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

Based on the ingredients and standard Mediterranean portions, here is the nutritional breakdown and concise recipe notes for your BAKED TUSCAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE recipe.

Approximate Calories

  • Per Serving: 385 kcal
  • Note: This estimate is based on 4 servings using heavy cream. Using the Greek yogurt swap reduces the count to approximately 290 kcal per serving.

Short & Precise Recipe Notes

  • Chicken Prep: Cut chicken into uniform 1-inch chunks to ensure even cooking and prevent dry spots.
  • Sauce Consistency: If the sauce looks too thick after baking, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of chicken broth or warm water to loosen it before serving.
  • Spinach Tip: Use fresh baby spinach for the best texture; frozen spinach can release too much water and make the sauce runny.
  • Sodium Control: Sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan are naturally salty. Taste your sauce before adding extra salt to the chicken.
  • Browning: For a crispier top, broil the casserole on high for the final 2–3 minutes of cook time.
  • Make it Lean: To follow the mediterranean diet strictly, use a mixture of 2% Greek yogurt and a splash of skim milk instead of heavy cream.