This Keto Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese & Mozzarella has a strong flavor. We prepare this chicken casserole with mozzarella cheese, black pepper, onion powder, garlic, paprika, olive oil, chicken, salt, cream cheese, spinach, and heavy cream. This chicken casserole contains 380 calories and four grams. We need at least 40 minutes to make this chicken casserole. This Keto Spinach Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese & Mozzarella is ideal for starters, functions, breakfasts, sides, occasions, lunches, parties, get-togethers, events, and dinners. We store this chicken casserole in a freezer for nearly sixty days. You can serve this chicken casserole with Lemon Garlic Arugula, Roasted Cauliflower Florets, Almond Flour Biscuits, Crispy Bacon Crumbles, Creamy Chicken Bake, Sour Cream, or Herb Dip.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 cup
- Cooking Mode: Baking
- Total Servings: 6
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Oven
- Knife
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups of chicken
- 2 cups spinach
- 200g cream cheese
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 pieces of garlic
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
INGREDIENT NOTES:
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- We use mozzarella cheese, as it melts nicely and creates a stretchy texture. Replace it with Provolone, cheddar cheese, or Monterey Jack.
CHICKEN:
- Chicken will provide the protein content in the dish. It also makes them filling and delicious. Use the cooked and shredded chicken to save time. We can alternate it with shredded beef, canned chicken, or turkey.
GARLIC:
- Garlic is utilized to give an aromatic and deep flavor. Switch it out with roasted garlic, powder of garlic, or its paste.
HEAVY CREAM:
- This cream will make a creamy consistency with an indulgent taste for this chicken casserole. You can use high-fat cream, a mixture of almond milk and butter, or coconut cream instead.
SPINACH:
- Utilize spinach to give color to this chicken casserole. As an alternative, we may use Swiss chard, collard greens, or kale.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese provides a tarty flavor and thick texture. Swap it with high-fat ricotta, non-dairy cream cheese, or mascarpone.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Set the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and gently coat a tray.
- Slowly heat the oil in a pan and cook the garlic till it becomes aromatic.
- Put the spinach in and gently cook till it wilts, and then put it aside.
- Stir the heavy cream and cream cheese in a vessel till it has a velvety and smooth texture.
- Properly whisk the paprika, cooked spinach, salt, shredded chicken, pepper, and onion powder in a mixture of cream.
- Equally distribute the mixture on a tray.
- Gently garnish the surface with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake till the surface gets brown and becomes bubbly, for twenty minutes.
- Cool this chicken casserole for five minutes and then serve it.
TIPS:
- You can broil it in the last three minutes to get a crispy cheese topping.
- Use the chili flakes to make this chicken casserole spicier.
- We utilize already-cooked chicken for convenience.
- Properly strain out the casserole to prevent a watery casserole.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Avocado Cucumber
- Lemon Garlic Arugula
- Keto Coleslaw
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Garlic Butter Broccoli
- Roasted Cauliflower Florets
- Sautéed Zucchini
KETO BREADS:
- Keto Garlic Bread
- Almond Flour Biscuits
- Cheese Chaffles
ADD-ONS:
- Grilled Chicken Strips
- Crispy Bacon Crumbles
- Fried or Poached Eggs
TOPPINGS & SAUCES:
- Garlic Butter Drizzle
- Keto Alfredo Sauce
- Sour Cream or Herb Dip
MEALS:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Zucchini Noodles
- Creamy Chicken Bake
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put it in a closed box and stock it for only 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store this chicken casserole in portions for nearly 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I use mushrooms in this chicken casserole?
- Sure, you can add mushrooms by cooking them with the spinach to make this casserole more flavorful.
Will we utilize the uncooked chicken?
- Yes, you can use raw chicken, although prepare it first and then include it in the casserole.
May I prepare this chicken casserole before the requirement?
- Sure, you can assemble this chicken casserole, as it freezes nicely.
Can we prepare this chicken casserole with dairy-free items?
- Yes, you can make this chicken casserole safe for dairy allergies by using all the non-dairy ingredients.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Fiber: 1g
Calories: 380 kcal
Proteins: 25g
Sodium: 480 mg
Net Carbs: 4g
Sugar: 2g
Fats: 28g
Portion Size: 1 cup
Total Carbs: 5g
