Best 3 Cream Cheese Spinach Casserole Recipes

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Cream cheese spinach casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for using up leftovers. The creamy sauce, combined with the tender spinach and flavorful cheese, creates a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. Additionally, this casserole can be easily customized to suit your dietary needs. For a healthier version, use low-fat cream cheese and milk. If you are looking for a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or sausage. With its creamy texture and flavorful ingredients, cream cheese spinach casserole is a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CREAM CHEESE SPINACH CASSEROLE



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A delicious and easy to make creamed spinach dish. Great for holidays or simply dinner for the family. This recipe yields a large quantity for holiday gatherings. Half the recipe if you're just serving your family.

Provided by Kevin Peterson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
2 cups chopped onions
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 (9 ounce) packages fresh spinach, chopped
2 (8 ounce) tubs whipped cream cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a medium or large casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and a generous pinch of salt and pepper; saute until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add cooked chicken to the onions. Mix in spinach and cream cheese until combined; you can add spinach a little bit at a time to make it easier. Add 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese and stir until everything is thoroughly incorporated and cream cheese has no clumps remaining. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and filling is bubbling, about 30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 128.9 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 450.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

SPINACH CREAM CHEESE CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spinach Cream Cheese Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hopefulchef

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach
2 (10 ounce) cans canned chicken
1 (8 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup instant rice
1/4 cup butter (melted)
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons onion powder
8 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook spinach using microwave directions.
  • Cook cream of chicken soup (adding one can of chicken broth or water) with cream cheese.
  • Drain chicken and add spinach, garlic, onion powder, butter and parmesan cheese together in 9x13 pan. Add chicken soup mixture and 1 cup uncooked rice. Mix together. Top with cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 895.6, Fat 60.9, SaturatedFat 31.6, Cholesterol 231.6, Sodium 1913.5, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3, Protein 54.8

SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH CREAM CHEESE AND MOZZARELLA RECIPE



SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH CREAM CHEESE AND MOZZARELLA Recipe image

Provided by charlotteh371

Number Of Ingredients 10

The marinade:
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut horizontally
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cup spinach, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 oz Mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, optional

Steps:

  • Add olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes into a Ziplok bag along with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Seal the bag and shake until mixed. Add the chicken breasts, seal, and massage so the chicken is covered in the marinade, set aside for 10-15 minutes while you prep the remaining ingredients. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 400ºF (200°C). 2. Quickly wilt the spinach in a skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil, set aside. 3. Arrange chicken breasts drained from the marinade in a baking dish. Spread the softened cream cheese over the chicken and lay spinach on top of the cream cheese. Finally, sprinkle mozzarella over the top. 4. Bake the chicken casserole for 20-30 minutes. Chicken is done when cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F (75°C). Serve warm with a side of cauliflower rice, or baked veggies. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use full-fat cream cheese and milk.
  • If you don't have frozen spinach, you can use fresh spinach. Just wilt it in a pan with a little bit of olive oil before adding it to the casserole.
  • Add some grated Parmesan cheese to the top of the casserole before baking for an extra cheesy flavor.
  • If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some panko breadcrumbs on top of the casserole before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of your favorite bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese spinach casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover spinach, and it is also a good source of protein and calcium. With its creamy texture and cheesy flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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