Description
Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese brings comfort straight to your dinner table with creamy, cheesy goodness that makes weeknight meals a breeze. Packed with tender chicken and fresh spinach, this simple casserole delivers hearty flavor your family will absolutely devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Topping:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm your oven to exactly 350F, positioning the rack in the center for consistent heating.
- Combine 2 cups shredded chicken, 1 cup chopped spinach, 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ½ cup sour cream, and ½ cup chicken broth in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, plus salt and pepper to create a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Thoroughly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the creamy chicken and spinach mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle 1 cup breadcrumbs generously over the top, ensuring complete coverage.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated 350F oven and bake for exactly 25-30 minutes until the top turns a gorgeous golden brown and the edges bubble appetizingly.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, allowing the ingredients to settle and flavors to meld perfectly.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt to reduce fat and add protein.
- Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for extra flavor depth.
- Fresh spinach works better than frozen, providing a brighter green color and cleaner taste.
- For a gluten-free version, replace breadcrumbs with crushed almond flour or gluten-free crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg