Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese and Mozzarella

Here’s a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish: Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese and Mozzarella. It’s low-carb, family-friendly, and packed with protein and greens — perfect for a cozy dinner or easy meal prep.

🥘 Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese and Mozzarella

Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), thinly sliced or cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh spinach (or 1 box frozen, thawed and drained)
4 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions:

🔹 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)

Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

🔹 2. Cook the chicken:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
Sauté until just cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat.

🔹 3. Wilt the spinach:

In the same skillet, add garlic and fresh spinach.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. If using frozen spinach, just stir it in to heat through.

🔹 4. Mix the creamy base:

In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream (or yogurt), half of the mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Stir in cooked spinach and garlic.

🔹 5. Assemble the casserole:

Spread half the creamy spinach mixture on the bottom of the baking dish.
Layer cooked chicken over it, then top with the remaining spinach mixture.
Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.

🔹 6. Bake:

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Broil for the last 2 minutes to brown the top slightly, if desired.

✅ Serving Ideas:

Serve with cauliflower rice, pasta, or roasted veggies.
Great as a meal prep dish — stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

🔄 Optional Add-ins:

Chopped sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms
A handful of fresh herbs like basil or parsley
A pinch of nutmeg for a creamy-spinach twist

Would you like a keto-friendly version or single-serve prep ideas?