Best 11 Savory Chicken Spinach Casserole Recipes

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Savory chicken spinach casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of tender chicken, flavorful spinach, creamy sauce, and golden crust, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or potluck. The best part is that it can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a versatile dish that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SAVORY SPINACH CHICKEN



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I created this quick recipe for one simply by using what I had in the refrigerator. Now it's a favorite of mine! -Sarah Manary, Woodmere, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (5 ounces)
4 tablespoons Italian salad dressing, divided
3 cups fresh baby spinach
Dash salt
1 slice provolone cheese (3/4 ounce)

Steps:

  • Place 3 tablespoons salad dressing in a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Drain and discard marinade. In a small skillet, brown chicken on each side. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the spinach, remaining salad dressing and salt until spinach is wilted; drain., Place chicken in a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with spinach and cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 761mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

CHICKEN AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Use the supermarket staple of rotisserie chicken in this comforting casserole. Combine shredded chicken with sauteed spinach in a cream sauce, pour into a baking dish, and top with torn bread. Serve your family this creamy, bubbling casserole for a cozy dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups torn bread
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 cups packed flat-leaf spinach, washed
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine bread with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt. Set aside. In a medium pot, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Add spinach; season with salt. Cook, stirring, until wilted, 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander, let cool, then squeeze out water. Coarsely chop.
  • Wipe pot clean and heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over medium. Add onion, garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 8 minutes.
  • Add wine to pot and cook until almost evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in half-and-half. Add lemon juice and bring mixture to a boil over high.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chopped spinach and chicken; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish and top with bread pieces. Bake until bread is golden brown and mixture is bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g

SPINACH AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My son, who is an extremely picky eater, loves this quick and simple dish. It's great for pot-luck dinners.

Provided by T.C.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cubed boneless chicken breast
1 cup Italian salad dressing, or as needed
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup chopped fresh chives
¼ cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a bowl and pour in enough Italian salad dressing to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Drain and discard marinade from chicken and season chicken with garlic powder and lemon pepper. Transfer seasoned chicken to a casserole dish. Layer spinach over chicken.
  • Mix cream cheese, chives, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Slowly pour chicken broth into cream cheese mixture, stirring until mixture is smooth; pour over chicken and spinach. Cover casserole dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and top chicken mixture with mozzarella cheese; cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 138.4 mg, Fat 51.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 1417.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CHICKEN CASSEROLES



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
Enough chicken soup bouillon for 2 cups broth
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thigh or breast, chopped into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Freshly ground black pepper
One 14-ounce can artichokes, drained and chopped
One 10-ounce block frozen spinach, thawed and drained
8 ounces light cream cheese
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
Pinch crushed red pepper
One 16-ounce can refrigerated biscuit dough
1 large egg, lightly beaten with a splash of water
Flaky salt, such as Maldon

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of kosher salt and cook, stirring, until soft, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in the flour to evenly distribute. Add 1 cup milk, stirring continuously until thickened; repeat with the remaining 1 cup. Stir in the chicken soup bouillon, then add the chicken, thyme and a few turns of black pepper and simmer, stirring often, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the artichokes, spinach, cream cheese, parsley, a pinch of crushed red pepper and a few turns of black pepper. Stir until the cream cheese is melted. Taste and adjust as desired.
  • Divide the spinach, artichoke and chicken mixture into eight 5-inch aluminum pans or a 9-by-13-inch casserole pan. Separate the biscuits, then top the casseroles with them. Brush them with the egg wash and sprinkle with the flaky salt and some black pepper.
  • If baking immediately, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake until the biscuits are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • If freezing, allow the casseroles to cool to room temperature, then cover tightly with foil and freeze. To reheat, bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes.

SAVORY SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This cream cheese, spinach and Parmesan cheese dish is a very creamy and savory side dish!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Spinach Casserole

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup milk
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and milk; mix until blended. Spoon spinach into 1-quart casserole, top with cream cheese mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 273.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CHICKEN AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Enjoy pasta with chicken and spinach - a delightful casserole dinner that can be made ready in 35 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked gemelli (twist) pasta (8 ounces)
1 package (1.8 ounces) leek soup mix
2 cups milk
1 cup cut-up cooked chicken
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole or square baking dish, 8 x 8 x 2 inches, with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • While pasta is cooking, mix soup mix (dry) and milk in 1-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
  • Mix pasta, chicken and spinach in baking dish. Pour soup mixture over pasta mixture; stir gently to mix. Spread evenly. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake uncovered about 20 minutes or until bubbly and light golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 960 mg

SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I created this chicken casserole based on a recipe I found on a spaghetti sauce label. I made a few substitutions and additions and was quite pleased with the results. -Jackie Wood, Jackson, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 package (16 ounces) frozen leaf spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until no longer pink; set aside., In the same pan, saute onion and green pepper until crisp-tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, spinach, mushrooms and olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain pasta; add chicken and pasta to the pan. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and toss to coat., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 1323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CHICKEN SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Among the most popular recipes on our blog, the Creamy Spinach Chicken Casserole is a delicious recipe that features creamy chicken! I made this dish by layering fresh spinach into a baking dish along with raw chicken breasts, a creamy parmesan sauce, and a cheese crust that melts under the cheese sauce. As an easy weeknight meal, you can serve it with either rice or pasta!

Provided by Mohamed Shili

Categories     Main     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb chicken breasts (2 chicken breasts, cut in half crosswise)
8 oz fresh spinach
8 oz Monterey Jack cheese (grated)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500°F.
  • Prepare a 13 x 9-inch baking dish by lightly spraying it with cooking spray. Meanwhile, prepare the creamy sauce by combining the ingredients.
  • Prepare the spinach and pack it into the casserole dish.
  • Add uncooked chicken breasts on top.
  • Cover evenly with the creamy sauce mixture.
  • Add the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and bake on the bottom rack of the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the spinach shrinks and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.9 cal

FANCY PANTS EASY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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An easy, gorgeous, chicken casserole with spinach, mushrooms, & prosciutto that your family & guests will love! I got this from Trisha Payne.

Provided by Food of the Gods

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 chicken breasts (thin, thawed)
4 slices prosciutto
5 ounces fresh spinach (half bag)
8 ounces fresh mushrooms (sliced)
1 1/4 ounces Lipton Recipe Secrets savory herb with garlic soup mix
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup olive oil
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • spray a 13/9" pan with Pam.
  • put 2 layers of chicken in pan, cover with prosciutto, top with spinach, sprinkle with a little kosher salt and coarse black pepper.
  • top with mushrooms.
  • whisk together olive oil, wine and savory herb envelope then pour over everything.
  • Lay a piece of foil over (not tight).
  • bake for 30 minutes.
  • top with cheese and bake for 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.4, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 122.7, Sodium 352.5, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 40.6

CHICKEN SPINACH CASSEROLE



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I came up with this recipe when I was 15. It's quick and easy to make. Your family will love it, mine does.

Provided by qtchef86

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless chicken breasts
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces frozen spinach
1 small chopped white onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 whole finely chopped carrots (you can use a food processor)
1 dash pepper
1 dash salt (optional)
1 (10 ounce) package crescent roll dough

Steps:

  • Cook the chicken for 8 mins in microwave.
  • Chop cooked chicken. Set aside.
  • Warm cream cheese until soft;.
  • add cooked spinach.
  • Mix well with cream cheese.
  • Add garlic powder, carrots, and dash of pepper and salt.
  • Add chicken, mix well, lay in baking dish,.
  • smooth out.
  • Place dough on top of mixture. make sure that dough covers whole dish.
  • Pinch seams together.
  • Follow baking instructions on crescent roll package.

MILLION DOLLAR CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Creamy and incredibly savory, it's a casserole that's hard to stop eating. The cottage cheese is the trick to getting such a creamy, melty texture. Using rotisserie chicken is a must for the recipe and helps keep it quick.

Provided by Amanda Stanfield

Categories     Chicken Casserole

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 ½ teaspoons Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
30 buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon sliced scallions, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir together cream of chicken soup, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, Creole seasoning, onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of the garlic powder in a medium bowl until well blended and smooth. Fold in chicken, chopped onion, and parsley until evenly coated.
  • Stir together crackers, melted butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a medium bowl.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly into an 11x7-inch or 9-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella then cracker mixture.
  • Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until crackers are golden brown and edges are bubbly, about 40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before serving; garnish with scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 738.3 mg

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, sprinkle some panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped broccoli, zucchini, or bell pepper.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of chicken broth and white wine in the casserole.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.

Conclusion:

This savory chicken spinach casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. The casserole can be easily customized to your liking, so feel free to add or remove ingredients as desired. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and wilted spinach, this casserole is a comfort food that is sure to warm your soul.

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