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Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Experience the delightful Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole, a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Fresh spinach
  • 8 oz Mushrooms baby bellas preferred
For the Creamy Base
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Sauté mushrooms and spinach in the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the spinach is wilted.
  4. Mix the creamy base in a large bowl by combining the cooked chicken mixture with softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Top the casserole with shredded cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a touch of color and freshness.

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