Description
This creamy chicken and spinach casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, nutritious spinach, and rich cream cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together chicken, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Add extra vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg