Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is the first step in creating this delightful dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (leftover rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
If you’re missing an ingredient or two, don’t worry! You can substitute kale for spinach or use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Cooking is all about flexibility and making the recipe work for you.
Instructions
Now, let’s dive into how to bring this comforting dish to life:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with a bit of olive oil.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, cooked chicken, sautéed spinach mixture, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking is an art, not a science. Trust your senses—if it smells and looks delicious, it probably is!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International