Creamy Chicken Spinach Rice Casserole Recipe
A rich, creamy chicken and spinach casserole layered with melty cheese, fresh spinach, and a savory blend of seasonings. Comforting, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 15 minutes 1x
Ingredients
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
4–5 cups fresh spinach (or 10 oz frozen, thawed and squeezed)
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 small onion, diced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 ½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
4–5 cups fresh spinach (or 10 oz frozen, thawed and squeezed)
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 small onion, diced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 ½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes
Notes
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Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Sauté onion in oil until soft, then add garlic. Cook 1 minute.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
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In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup mozzarella, ¼ cup Parmesan, and seasonings.
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Stir in cooked chicken and spinach mixture.
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Transfer to baking dish and spread evenly.
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Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
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Rest 5–10 minutes before serving.