Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Chicken and Spinach Casserole is the perfect one-dish meal to satisfy your cravings. Packed with tender chunks of seasoned chicken, wilted spinach, and perfectly cooked rice, this casserole boasts a rich, velvety base of cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and golden buttery breadcrumbs, every bite delivers a satisfying crunch that complements the creamy interior. Bursting with garlic, Italian seasoning, and wholesome ingredients, this family-friendly recipe comes together in under an hour—ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Serve it as-is or pair with a crisp green salad for a complete, flavor-packed meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and the Italian seasoning. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it cool slightly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix well to create a creamy base.

Step 5

Fold in the cooked chicken and sautéed spinach into the creamy mixture. Stir until everything is evenly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle this breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole for a crunchy topping.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Chicken and Spinach Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1721.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3080.8

Total Fat 162.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 628.6mg	0%
Sodium 6746.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 204.5g	0%

Vitamin D 78.9IU	0%
Calcium 2421.8mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1387.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 26.1%