Description
Succulent chicken and spinach casserole embodies comfort food perfection from Southern kitchens. Cheesy layers blend hearty ingredients with rich flavors that comfort hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups shredded chicken
Vegetables:
- 3 cups fresh spinach
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup (0.5 cup) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (0.5 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (0.25 cup) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal environment for melding flavors.
- Whisk together cream cheese, sour cream, and a blend of aromatic seasonings until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently fold shredded chicken and vibrant spinach into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully transfer the luxurious mixture into a prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to create a uniform base.
- Lavishly crown the casserole with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, creating a golden, tempting topping.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the casserole to bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden-brown masterpiece.
- Remove from the oven and permit the casserole to rest briefly, allowing flavors to settle and making it easier to serve.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese for dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream to make this recipe vegan-friendly and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Boost protein content by adding quinoa or white beans to the chicken mixture, creating a more nutritionally balanced meal.
- Cut down on prep time by using rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken strips, making this a quick weeknight dinner option.
- Enhance flavor complexity by roasting garlic instead of using powder, which adds a deeper, more caramelized taste to the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg