Description
Indulge in a comforting and creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese, a delightful low-carb dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with tender chicken, flavorful cheeses, and nutritious spinach, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional:
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach (thawed and well-drained)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Prepare the Creamy Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Chicken and Spinach: Fold in the shredded chicken and drained spinach until well combined.
- Bake: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh sautéed spinach for frozen spinach.
- This casserole is great for meal prep and reheats well.
- Add cooked pasta or rice to make it a more filling main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
