Description
Chicken and Spinach Casserole brings comfort right to your dinner table with its rich, cheesy layers that blend tender chicken and fresh spinach into one satisfying meal. Grab your favorite baking dish and get ready to create a hearty dinner that makes everyone at the table smile.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
Dairy:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Blend 2 cups shredded chicken with 1 cup chopped spinach, 1 cup cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the creamy chicken mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the entire casserole, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute ½ cup breadcrumbs and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese across the top for a crispy, golden crust.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 30 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the top turns a rich golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the creamy texture to settle.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender meat and easiest preparation.
- Fresh spinach works better than frozen, but drain thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free panko or crushed rice crackers.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat that complements the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg