Description
A creamy, mouthwatering casserole filled with chicken, spinach, and cream cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Combine the chicken and spinach: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sautéed spinach, and garlic powder. Toss well.
- Mix in the creamy goodness: Add cream cheese and sour cream, blending until smooth.
- Add the cheese: Fold in grated cheddar, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to the baking dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch dish and scoop the mixture in, spreading evenly.
- Prepare the topping: Combine breadcrumbs with olive oil/butter and spread over the casserole.
- Bake away: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool before serving: Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or additional cheddar cheese. Serve with a light salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, spinach, comfort food, creamy, easy recipe