Description
This Classic Creamy Chicken And Spinach Casserole is a rich, cheesy, easy dinner packed with tender chicken, spinach, and a creamy homemade sauce. It is the kind of cozy comfort food that works for busy weeknights, family dinner ideas, meal prep, and anyone looking for an easy recipe that feels hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 cups fresh spinach
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
3. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the chicken to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
6. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly golden and nearly cooked through.
7. Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth.
8. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
9. Mix in 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
10. Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
11. Fold in the green onions and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
12. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
13. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
14. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes if needed for a deeper golden top.
15. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese so the sauce blends smoothly without lumps.
If using frozen spinach, thaw it fully and squeeze out all excess water before adding it.
Let the casserole rest before serving so the creamy sauce can settle and thicken slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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