Description
Hearty chicken and spinach casserole promises comfort in every savory bite, blending rich flavors with wholesome ingredients. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken, this dish delivers a satisfying meal that will delight you at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
Dairy:
- 1 (8 ounces/226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Topping:
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients form a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Fold shredded chicken, finely chopped spinach, mozzarella, and parmesan into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and carefully transfer the mixed filling, spreading it uniformly across the surface.
- For added crunch, combine breadcrumbs with melted butter and generously sprinkle the golden topping over the casserole.
- Position the dish in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden and the edges become deliciously bubbly.
- Once cooked, extract the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling the creamy texture to settle and flavors to intensify.
- Serve piping hot, presenting a luxurious, comforting meal that blends tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and rich, melted cheeses.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature beforehand for smoother, lump-free mixing.
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation and extra flavor depth.
- Consider substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce calories and add protein.
- Customize breadcrumb topping with gluten-free options or crushed nuts for low-carb alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 322 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg