Delicious Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole Recipe
This Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a rich creamy sauce. Perfect for family dinners or impressing friends with minimal effort!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Fresh spinach or thawed frozen spinach
- Heavy cream
- Cream cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
- Garlic
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Cooked pasta or rice (optional)
- Cauliflower rice (optional for low-carb)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Once done, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding or dicing.
- In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if necessary and toss in your fresh spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until it’s wilted. If using frozen spinach, just warm it through.
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, cream cheese, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed spinach, and cream sauce. If you’re adding pasta or rice, mix that in as well. Stir until everything is well coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese (or your cheese of choice) evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Once baked, let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: This casserole can be prepared ahead of time. Just assemble it without baking, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or broccoli for added nutrition and flavor.