Description
Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Casserole is the kind of dinner that feels comforting from the first bite. Tender chicken, a rich cheesy sauce, savory artichokes, and spinach all come together in one bubbly bake that tastes hearty enough for a family meal but simple enough for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat, add the garlic, and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of the mozzarella until smooth.
4. Stir in the cooked garlic, spinach, artichokes, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
5. Fold in the cooked diced chicken until evenly coated.
6. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until hot and bubbly around the edges.
8. Let it rest for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Squeeze the spinach very well so the casserole stays thick and creamy instead of watery.
Use softened cream cheese so the sauce mixes smoothly without lumps.
For a more golden top, broil the casserole for 1 to 2 minutes after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: creamy spinach and artichoke chicken casserole, chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, spinach artichoke chicken, comfort food dinner