Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole
A comforting blend of chicken, spinach, and creamy cheeses topped with a golden crust, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 4 cups fresh spinach (or 1 package frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Optional additions: sliced mushrooms, artichoke hearts, or cooked pasta
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Add the minced garlic, finely chopped onion, salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg. Stir until well combined.
- Layer the cooked and shredded chicken and sautéed spinach in a greased casserole dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the top, gently mixing to combine.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Consider seasoning the chicken well and adding a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Feel free to experiment with optional ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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