Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole
A comforting baked dish with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for family meals. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 65 minutes pairs boneless chicken breasts, fresh, chopped spinach, (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups, fresh, chopped spinach
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a skillet, cook 4 chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper over medium heat until golden (about 6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 2 tbsp flour, and 1/2 cup milk. Stir until smooth and thickened.
- Step 3: In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer cooked chicken, 2 cups spinach, and the cheese sauce. Top with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.
- Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the cheese to set.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (30 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Casserole?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
