{"id":306,"date":"2026-03-16T06:46:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T06:46:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=306"},"modified":"2026-03-16T06:46:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T06:46:03","slug":"cheesy-spinach-chicken-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=306","title":{"rendered":"Cheesy Spinach &#038; Chicken Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"525\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5915.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5915.jpeg 525w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5915-292x300.jpeg 292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(High Protein \u2022 Low Carb \u2022 Healthy Dinner)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Cheesy Spinach &amp; Chicken Casserole is a healthy, comforting dish that\u2019s packed with protein and flavor. Made with tender shredded chicken, fresh spinach, creamy Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and topped with melted mozzarella, this easy casserole is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a nutritious meal prep option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s low carb, high protein, and diabetic-friendly, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a satisfying yet healthy meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cook Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">25 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Servings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 servings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 cup cooked shredded chicken breast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 cup spinach leaves (fresh or frozen, squeezed dry)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00bc cup chopped bell peppers (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 tablespoons cottage cheese or Greek yogurt<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00bc cup shredded mozzarella cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00bd teaspoon garlic powder<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pinch of Italian seasoning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Salt and black pepper to taste<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Preheat the Oven<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Prepare the Mixture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, spinach, chopped bell peppers, cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Assemble the Casserole<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish or casserole dish and spread it evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place the dish in the oven and bake for 12\u201315 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve warm as a healthy dinner, low-carb meal, or high-protein lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nutrition (Approximate per serving)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calories: ~260 kcal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protein: ~32g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Low Carb | High Protein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4a1; Healthy Tip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can add mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli for extra fiber and nutrients while keeping the dish low carb and healthy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(High Protein \u2022 Low Carb \u2022 Healthy Dinner) This Cheesy Spinach &amp; Chicken Casserole is a healthy, comforting dish that\u2019s packed with protein and flavor. Made with tender shredded chicken, fresh spinach, creamy Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and topped with melted mozzarella, this easy casserole is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-306","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-healthy-meals"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/306","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=306"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/306\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":308,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/306\/revisions\/308"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=306"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=306"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=306"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}