Recipe – Chicken Spinach Casserole For Two

This chicken and spinach casserole is another FODMAP friendly, which makes a nice dinner for the mac & cheese lovers of the world. This casserole recipe also re-heats nicely in the microwave for a quick lunch or supper.

Total Time

• 45 Minutes

Servings

• This recipe makes two servings

Ingredients

• 2 3/4 ounces, Macaroni (gluten-free)
• 1 ½ teaspoons, butter or cooking oil
• 4 ounces, Chicken Breast (cut into slices)
• ½ teaspoon, Sea Salt And Pepper (or more to season)
• ¼ teaspoon, Cayenne Pepper (optional)
• ½ teaspoon, Oregano (or more to season)
• 3 fluid ounces, Low-Fat Cream (lactose-free)
• 4 cups,  Baby Spinach (fresh or frozen)
• 1 1/2 ounces, Cheddar Cheese (grated, divided)

Direction

• Preheat the oven to 355ºF (180ºC).
• Cook the Macaroni according to package instructions.
• In the meantime, heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and Oregano. Stir well and cook the chicken over high heat for 6 – 8 minutes, or until cooked through.
• Pour in the cooking cream and add the spinach to the pan. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
• Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
• Add half of the cheese and stir well. Take off the heat.
• Pour the sauce into a baking dish and add the Macaroni. Stir until well combined and top with the remaining cheese.
• Place in the oven and bake for 10 – 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and divide between plates.
• Enjoy.

Nutrition

Amount Per serving

Calories		465	Fiber	3g
Fat		26g	Sugar	6g
Carbs		36g	Protein	23g