Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese
A delightful blend of creamy textures and savory flavors, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together the shredded chicken and chopped spinach in a large bowl.
- Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the cooked rice or pasta carefully.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbling and golden.
- Let it cool for a few moments before serving.
Notes
For quicker prep, use rotisserie chicken and pre-cooked rice or pasta. Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and season generously.
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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