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Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole for Comforting Nights

Comforting and nutrient-packed, this Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole is a guilt-free meal everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked skinless chicken breast Shredded or cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil or melted grass-fed butter/ghee Or olive oil as a substitute
  • ½ cup Organic whole milk cottage cheese Full-fat for richness, ricotta as an alternative
  • ¾ cup Organic sour cream Greek yogurt as a lower-fat option
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella Divided
For Flavor and Seasoning
  • ¼ cup Chopped fresh Italian parsley Basil or chives as substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Mineral-rich salt Adjust to taste
  • 1½ teaspoons Garlic granules or powder Fresh garlic for extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Oregano or Italian seasoning as alternatives
  • ½ lemon Juice and zest Adjust to preference for citrus
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Fresh organic spinach If using frozen, ensure it's well-drained
  • 18 oz Drained artichoke hearts Avoid marinated varieties

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 1½ qt casserole dish with a bit of avocado oil or butter.
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, avocado oil, cottage cheese, and sour cream in a large mixing bowl until well incorporated.
  3. Stir in 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella, parsley, salt, garlic granules, and thyme, mixing until evenly distributed.
  4. Gently fold in the spinach and artichoke hearts. Take care not to overmix.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, smoothing the top, and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Enjoy the aroma!
  7. Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use leftover roasted chicken for convenience. Properly drain artichokes and spinach to prevent sogginess.

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