Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast fillets - 800 grams (about 2 pounds)
- Fresh spinach leaves - 200 grams (about 7 ounces)
- Cream cheese - 250 grams (about 9 ounces)
- Grated parmesan cheese - 50 grams (about 2 ounces)
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken breast fillets with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well.
- Line a baking dish with the chicken mixture and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and set aside to cool. When cool, shred the chicken into small pieces.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked chicken, spinach leaves, cream cheese, and parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture into a serving dish and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and bubbling.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping bread or vegetables.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 500 per serving (based on an 8-person recipe)
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 40g
Dish Characteristics:
- A rich and creamy chicken dip with a French twist, perfect for any gathering or party.
- The combination of chicken and spinach offers a unique flavor experience that will tantalize your taste buds.
- This dish is easily adaptable to different dietary preferences and can be made vegetarian by skipping the chicken.
User Comments:
- "This dip was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on, and everyone loved it at the party."
- "I made this for a family gathering, and it was a hit! The cream cheese and parmesan gave it such a rich flavor."
- "I liked how easy it was to make. It was a great dish to prepare ahead of time and then just bake when ready to serve."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can skip the chicken and increase the spinach content.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more salt or pepper if desired.
