Description
A deliciously easy recipe for Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese & Mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, wilted spinach, half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some cooked bacon or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Substitute the chicken with cooked ground turkey or sausage for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg