Description
Classic chicken and spinach casserole delivers comfort and warmth in one hearty dish. Home cooks can savor this creamy, satisfying meal that brings Mediterranean flavors directly to dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 10 ounces (280 grams) fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Creamy Base:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Seasonings and Topping:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), preparing a welcoming environment for the creamy chicken ensemble.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil over medium heat until it collapses and releases moisture, approximately 3-4 minutes. For frozen spinach, thoroughly drain excess liquid.
- Whisk together sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Gently incorporate shredded chicken, cooked spinach, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, ensuring every ingredient is evenly distributed throughout the creamy mixture.
- Delicately transfer the blended concoction into a greased casserole dish, smoothing the surface for an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Optional: Scatter breadcrumbs across the top to create a tantalizing crispy texture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges that signal the casserole’s complete transformation.
- Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes, letting flavors meld and settle before serving, which helps maintain its luxurious creamy structure.
Notes
- Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the casserole watery, ensuring a creamy and rich texture.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that maintains the dish’s creamy consistency.
- Customize the casserole by adding roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor depth and vibrant color.
- Prep ahead by cooking chicken and spinach in advance, allowing for quick assembly and reducing overall cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 296 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg