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Creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken Delight | Easy Recipe

Creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken Delight

Description

Hello food lovers! Today, I’m excited to share with you a flavorful, creamy delight—Creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken Delight. If you’re looking for a rich and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy goodness, then this recipe is perfect for you. Let’s dive into the kitchen and create something delicious together!

Ingredients

Scale

 

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless skinless chicken breast (about 2 chicken breasts, sliced horizontally)
  • 6 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 3 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes, drained with 1 tbsp oil reserved, and chopped
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the thawed spinach, softened cream cheese, and heavy cream. Add in half of the minced garlic, salt, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese. Continue mixing until everything is well combined.
  3. Prepare the chicken by laying the sliced chicken breasts flat in a large baking dish. Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and the remaining minced garlic.
  4. Spread the spinach and cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of the chicken breasts. Then, scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the creamy mixture. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the oil reserved from the sun-dried tomatoes for an extra layer of flavor.
  5. Finish the dish by sprinkling the remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake the casserole for 20 minutes while covered, then remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes. Ensure the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F (71ºC).
  7. Once baked, garnish the dish with fresh parsley and serve it hot.

Equipment

Notes

  • Thaw and drain the spinach thoroughly to avoid excess water in the casserole.
  • Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for the best flavor. The oil adds richness to the dish.
  • If you prefer, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before baking. This ensures that they cook evenly and remain tender.
  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the top for the last 2 minutes of baking.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/creamy-baked-tuscan-chicken-delight-easy-recipe/