Description

Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Imagine a cozy evening, where leftover rotisserie chicken and a craving for comfort food come together in perfect harmony. This Creamy Chicken and Spinach Casserole is the answer to busy weeknights, blending creamy chive and onion cream cheese with savory chicken and vibrant spinach. It’s a simple, satisfying dish that sneaks in greens for even the pickiest eaters and brings everyone together at the table. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or indulging yourself, this casserole delivers the warmth you need.

3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1 ½ cups Yellow Onion, finely chopped
6 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
2 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning
¼ tsp Crushed Red Pepper
1 ¾ tsp Kosher Salt, divided
3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
2 ½ cups Whole Milk
4 oz Chive and Onion Cream Cheese
4 cups Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
3 cups Long-Grain White Rice, cooked
2 packages (10 oz each) Frozen Chopped Spinach, thawed
2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
1 tsp Lemon Zest
8 oz Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Sauté onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper in butter.
3. Stir in flour and cook, then add milk gradually to thicken.
4. Add cream cheese, salt, chicken, rice, spinach, lemon juice, and zest.
5. Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheeses, and bake for 15 min.
6. Broil for 2-3 min until cheese is golden brown.

Prep Time: 10 min
Kcal: 350 per serving