Best 7 Spinach And Artichoke Chicken Casseroles Recipes

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Spinach and artichoke chicken casserole is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, creamy spinach and artichoke dip, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. It's a versatile meal that can be enjoyed as a hearty main course or served as a flavorful side dish. Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or hosting a special gathering, this casserole recipe is sure to be a hit. So get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ARTICHOKE & SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Try this homey and comforting casserole for an alternate main dish at Thanksgiving. The spinach adds nice color, and the red pepper flakes add a pleasant, mild heat. -Janice Christofferson, Eagle River, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
TOPPING:
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat; sauté the mushrooms and onion until tender. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and seasonings. Stir in chicken, artichoke hearts, spinach, cheeses and mushroom mixture. Stir in pasta., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. , Mix the topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and topping is golden brown, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SPINACH ARTICHOKE CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Tastes just like your favourite dip, spinach artichoke chicken casserole is an easy dinner recipe that comes together quickly!

Provided by Richa Gupta

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon chilli flakes
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
½ cup cream cheese
10 ounces frozen spinach (defrosted)
6 ounces artichoke hearts (or quarters, roughly chopped)
¾ cup mozzarella cheese (grated)

Steps:

  • Add chicken breasts, chilli flakes, minced garlic, and ½ teaspoon salt to a baking dish. Rub the spices on both sides of the chicken breasts and arrange them side by side in the baking pan. Set aside to marinate. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Melt butter in a pan and add flour. On a medium flame, saute the flour for a minute and slowly add milk while whisking continuously to ensure no lumps form. Keep whisking till the sauce comes to a simmer and starts to thicken. Whisk in the cream cheese and set aside.
  • Squeeze the defrosted spinach to remove any extra water. Add spinach, artichoke hearts, and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt to a bowl and mix well.
  • Spread the spinach artichoke mixture on top of each chicken breast, pour the sauce all over and bake for 35 minutes. At the 25 minute mark, sprinkle mozzarella over the chicken and place it back in the oven for the next 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 61 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Sodium 1390 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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We have this recipe with our Thanksgiving dinner annually. I was looking for a similar recipe online and couldn't find one, so I asked my mother to send it to me.

Provided by MSLIB5

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
½ cup water
½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
garlic powder, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
½ cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Put spinach into a microwave-safe bowl. Pour water over the spinach. Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
  • Cook in microwave oven on High, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is heated through, 9 to 11 minutes; transfer to a colander to drain, pressing to remove as much moisture from the spinach as possible.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add spinach, cream cheese, water chestnuts, and garlic powder. Cook and stir until the cheese melts, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Spread artichoke hearts into the bottom of a baking dish. Spread spinach mixture over the artichoke hearts. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the spinach mixture. Dot top of casserole with butter pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 471.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ARTICHOKE CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My husband and 4-year-old son love this recipe. We have it for dinner at least twice a month. This dish is great over orzo pasta with steamed broccoli or asparagus on the side.

Provided by JLGOEDDE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained
1 (8 ounce) package crimini mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic powder together in a bowl.
  • Arrange chicken breasts in a 9x13-inch baking dish; top with artichoke hearts and crimini mushrooms. Spread cheese mixture over the artichoke and mushroom layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 103.2 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1151.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHICKEN, SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE PASTA BAKE



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Inspired by the cheesy, savory spinach-artichoke dip that everyone loves, this chicken casserole will quickly become a favorite, too.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 oz uncooked rotini pasta (about 2 1/3 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic (3 cloves)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (14 oz) small artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 box (10 oz) Cascadian Farm™ frozen organic chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed to drain
1 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained and finely chopped (from 16-oz jar)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from skillet; set aside. Reduce heat to medium; in same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender.
  • In large bowl, beat mayonnaise, sour cream and milk with whisk. Stir in onion mixture, crushed red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, spinach, roasted red bell peppers and Monterey Jack cheese. Add pasta and chicken; stir until combined. Transfer mixture to baking dish.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.
  • If making ahead to bake and serve at a later date: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with 2 layers of plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to completely enclose assembled casserole. Spread mixture in large shallow pan; cool mixture completely, covered, 30 to 45 minutes in refrigerator. Spoon mixture into baking dish; cover with another layer of plastic wrap. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Remove plastic wrap from casserole; place in baking dish. Cover tightly with foil; thaw completely in refrigerator, 24 to 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 50 to 60 minutes or until casserole is heated through (165°F in center).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 5 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1090 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SPINACH ARTICHOKE CHICKEN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 thin-cut chicken breasts (chicken cutlets)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Two 8-ounce jars quartered artichokes, drained
3/4 cup white wine
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan
One 4-ounce jar diced pimientos, drained
3 cups baby spinach
1/2 lemon, juiced
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Warm bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and olive oil together in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until nicely browned and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
  • Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and stir until slightly softened, about 30 seconds, then add the artichokes and cook, stirring, until the artichokes are hot and the onions are translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the wine and stir, then add the cream and more black pepper, if desired, then stir again. Let the sauce come to a simmer, then add the Parmesan and cook for a minute to thicken.
  • Add the pimientos, spinach and lemon juice, then stir until the spinach has wilted, for a minute or so. Nestle the chicken back into the skillet, spooning a little sauce over the top. Garnish with torn basil leaves and serve with warm bread.

CHICKEN, ARTICHOKE & SPINACH CASSEROLE



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I made this the other night and it was a big hit. If you're looking for a different chicken recipe try this and you will love it.

Provided by Chef Geoff in New O

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb chicken tenderloins
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and coarsley chopped
1 (14 ounce) can spinach, drained and squeezed in cheesecloth
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese or 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, asagio blend
3/4 cup real mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
tony chatchere's seasoning
1/2 cup pecans, crumbed (pulse in processor)

Steps:

  • 1) Squeeze spinach in cheesecloth to remove excess water and place in 9" X 9" casserole dish.
  • 2) Dust chicken tenderloins with Tony Catchere's seasoning and place atop spinach.
  • 3) Combine mayo, artichokes, parmesan, garlic, and blend well.
  • 4) Spread mixture over chicken.
  • 5) Top with pecan crumbs.
  • 6) Bake at 350 degrees for about 30-35 minutes.
  • 7) Serve with rice or a baked potato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.7, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 815.3, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 12, Sugar 4.9, Protein 40.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh spinach and artichokes will give your casserole the best flavor. If you can't find fresh spinach, frozen spinach is a good substitute.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked until it is just cooked through, otherwise it will become dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A good quality cheese will melt smoothly and evenly, and will give your casserole a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make spinach and artichoke chicken casserole. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients, such as sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, or bacon.

Conclusion:

Spinach and artichoke chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful spinach and artichokes, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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