Cashew Spinach Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Cashew Spinach Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 chicken breasts; 1 yellow onion; 4 garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons coriander; 1 teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon chili powder; 50 g cashew nuts; 0.5 (14 ounce) can tomatoes; 1 cup chicken stock; 200 g spinach; 1 ounce bittersweet chocolate

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts
1 yellow onion
4 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
50 g cashew nuts
0.5 (14 ounce) can tomatoes
1 cup chicken stock
200 g spinach
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate

1
Cut the chicken in pieces and fry them in 1 tbsp oil.
2
Set aside.
3
Fry onion, garlic and spices in 1 tbsp oil 4-5 minutes.
4
Chop the cashew nuts in a food processor until powdered.
5
Add cashews and chicken stock to the onion and spices.
6
Cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
7
Add the tomatoes and cook for 20 minutes.
8
Add the chocolate and spinach.
9
Heat and taste.
10
Add salt or more spices if needed.
11
Serve with roasted cashew nuts (optional) and whole grain rice.

464

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 chicken breasts, 1 yellow onion, 4 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Cashew Spinach Chicken Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cashew Spinach Chicken Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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