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creamy chicken and spinach casserole with cream cheese

A rich, creamy chicken and spinach casserole made with cream cheese, mozzarella, and a velvety sauce baked to bubbly perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 5 cups fresh spinach or 1.5 cups frozen, thawed and drained
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • cooked bacon pieces optional
  • sautéed mushrooms optional
  • red pepper flakes optional
  • fresh parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • Mixing spoon
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 dish.
  2. Sauté onion in olive oil, then add garlic and spinach.
  3. Add cream cheese until melted.
  4. Whisk in heavy cream and broth.
  5. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  6. Stir in chicken and cheeses.
  7. Transfer to casserole dish and top with extra cheese.
  8. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

Let casserole rest before serving so sauce thickens. Add mushrooms or bacon for extra flavor.