Description
Indulge in this creamy and savory Chicken and Spinach Casserole with Cream Cheese that’s bursting with flavor. A low-carb delight that’s perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 6 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook for a minute.
- Add Spinach: Add spinach, sauté until wilted, then remove from heat.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream. Add chicken, spinach mixture, seasonings, and mix well.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with cheeses, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Let it rest before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with crispy bacon bits before baking.
- Substitute kale for spinach if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
