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Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole

This Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole is a comforting dish combining tender chicken, vibrant spinach, rich cream cheese, and melted cheddar, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Casserole, Cheesy, chicken, Creamy, Easy, Spinach
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking dish
  • oven

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thighs can be used for more juiciness.

For the Spinach

  • 6 cups Fresh spinach Frozen spinach can be used as an alternative.

For the Creamy Base

  • 8 oz Cream cheese Regular, reduced-fat, or vegan substitute can be used.
  • 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese Feel free to use your favorite cheese.

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 handful Fresh herbs Like parsley or thyme.
  • 1 cup Diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup Mushrooms
  • 1 cup Cooked ground turkey or beef

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the diced chicken in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil until it’s no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream cheese after removing the skillet from heat.
  • Pour the chicken and spinach mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Sprinkle generous amounts of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Optional Garnish

  • Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.

Notes

Dice the chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the skillet while cooking. Always let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg
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