Swiss Chard Gratin
Swiss Chard Gratin is a decadent dish that elevates fresh Swiss chard into a creamy, cheesy delight that will impress your guests. With layers of tender chard enveloped in rich cream and topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust, this gratin is the ultimate comfort food. Whether enjoyed as a side or as a vegetarian main course, each bite bursts with irresistible flavor and texture, making it perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Swiss Chard (fresh)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese (divided)
- 1 cup panko Breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Rinse Swiss chard under cold water, remove stems, and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chopped chard and cook until wilted (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, half of the grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the sautéed chard in the baking dish followed by half of the creamy mixture. Repeat with the remaining chard and cream.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg