Description
A creamy, comforting casserole made with tender chicken, spinach, and a rich cream cheese sauce, topped with melty cheese and a buttery crunchy finish—perfect for a cozy family dinner or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
4 cups (about 1 1/2 lb / 680 g) cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
6 cups (about 6 oz / 170 g) fresh spinach, or 1 (10 oz / 283 g) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed very dry
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
1/4 cup (60 g) mayonnaise
1/3 cup (80 ml) chicken broth
1 1/2 cups (150 g) cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup (30 g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1/2 cup sliced green onions (about 4 stalks)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup (about 30 g) buttery crackers, crushed
2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1) Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2) Prepare spinach: If using fresh spinach, wilt in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, then cool and press out moisture. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze very dry.
3) In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and chicken broth until smooth.
4) Stir in garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
5) Add chicken, spinach, green onions, mozzarella, Parmesan, and 1 cup (100 g) cheddar. Stir until well combined.
6) Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup (50 g) cheddar.
7) Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the top.
8) Bake uncovered for 22–28 minutes until hot and bubbly and the topping is golden. Rest 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes