Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole Recipe Awaits You!
A delicious and creamy casserole featuring chicken and spinach, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta (optional, for a heartier casserole)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken until cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped spinach, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Fold in the cheddar and Parmesan cheese, coating all ingredients in the creamy mixture.
- Add cooked rice or pasta if desired, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with mushrooms or tofu.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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