Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole
This Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that’s cozy enough for family dinners but fancy enough to serve guests. Imagine tender chicken and fresh spinach swimming in a rich, cheesy sauce, topped with a golden breadcrumb crunch. It’s easy to customize, comes together in under an hour, and tastes even better as leftovers (if there are any!). Plus, everything bakes in one dish, so cleanup is a breeze!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breasts shredded
- 10 oz fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease the casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add spinach in handfuls, letting it wilt slightly between additions. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine heavy cream, chicken broth, paprika, half the Parmesan, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
- Layer the casserole: Spread shredded chicken evenly in the dish. Top with spinach mixture, then pour the cream sauce over everything. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Melt butter in a small bowl and mix with breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan. Sprinkle this over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving (this helps the sauce thicken!).