Best 6 Chicken Spinach Cranberry Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Chicken Spinach Cranberry Casserole, a harmonious blend of savory chicken, tender spinach, tangy cranberries, and a creamy sauce, all enveloped in a golden-brown crust. This delectable casserole is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, sure to impress family and friends alike. Accompany your main course with a symphony of side dishes, including a refreshing Garden Salad with a zesty Lemon Vinaigrette, a creamy and indulgent Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, and a medley of sautéed vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers. For a sweet ending, treat yourself to our selection of delightful desserts, including the classic and comforting Apple Pie with a flaky crust and tender filling, the rich and decadent Chocolate Mousse, and the tangy and refreshing Lemon Bars with a zesty glaze.

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CHICKEN SPINACH CRANBERRY CASSEROLE



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This is my own variation of a dish my mom passed down to me. It can be used with turkey, too... which makes it perfect for THANKSGIVING leftovers!!! I have made this several different ways so please read the extra note at the bottom of the directions. This is my kind of comfort food!

Provided by Alyson Ridge

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb cooked and pulled chicken (i usually use 2 chkn breasts)
10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 box stuffing mix
1 c dried cranberries
1 c shredded cheddar

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients until soup is well integrated.
  • 2. Heat oven to 350. You can use a 2 1/2 qt baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes. If you use a 9x11 dish, bake for 25-30 minutes. COVERED. Let stand for 10 minutes, then serve.
  • 3. NOTE: I have made this recipe several different ways, and here are some variations that you may prefer. You can use fresh spinach, but add 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the mix for best results. Works great with your leftover Thxgvg turkey. Give it a try! Use as much or as little meat as you like. 1/2 lb is a guesstimate. My husband likes "more meat" so sometimes I use 3 chicken breasts instead of 2. This is a great casserole to whip up for friends or family when they're not able to take the time to make homemade meals. It reheats well so you can fully cook it, or just refrigerate the mixture in a baking dish and give them directions for cooking. Please try my recipe and share your comments!

CHICKEN AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Use the supermarket staple of rotisserie chicken in this comforting casserole. Combine shredded chicken with sauteed spinach in a cream sauce, pour into a baking dish, and top with torn bread. Serve your family this creamy, bubbling casserole for a cozy dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups torn bread
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 cups packed flat-leaf spinach, washed
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine bread with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt. Set aside. In a medium pot, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Add spinach; season with salt. Cook, stirring, until wilted, 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander, let cool, then squeeze out water. Coarsely chop.
  • Wipe pot clean and heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over medium. Add onion, garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 8 minutes.
  • Add wine to pot and cook until almost evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in half-and-half. Add lemon juice and bring mixture to a boil over high.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chopped spinach and chicken; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish and top with bread pieces. Bake until bread is golden brown and mixture is bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g

BAKED CRANBERRY CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY



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This easy baked cranberry chicken recipe with rosemary is the perfect festive dinner! Bold flavors from fresh garlic, rosemary, citrus, and tangy-sweet cranberries come together to create a show-stopping dish. If you like, you can marinate the chicken in the seasoning and citrus for a couple hours in the fridge or just do as in the recipe and allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups fresh cranberries
1/3 cup brown sugar
2-3 tbsp white wine vinegar (more for later)
6 pieces bone-in (skin on chicken (I used 2 chicken breasts and 4 thighs))
6-8 garlic cloves (minced)
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 1/2 tsp dry rosemary)
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon (juice of (do not discard used lemon halves))
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
3 celery stalks (chopped)
1/2 cup chicken broth or water
More fresh rosemary for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cranberries, brown sugar, and white wine vinegar. Set aside for now.
  • Pat the chicken pieces dry. Rub the chicken with the minced garlic on both sides (make sure to apply some of the garlic underneath the chicken skins). Season well with salt and pepper. Combine the rosemary and paprika then apply to the chicken pieces on both sides and again underneath the skin.
  • In a large bowl or deep enough dish, mix the olive oil, lemon juice and 2 tbsp white wine vinegar. Now add the chicken, celery, onions, and used lemon halves. Work everything together with clean hands. Set aside to marinate just for 15 minutes or so.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Place the chicken skin side down to brown on medium-high for 5 minutes. Turn over and brown on the other side.
  • Place the chicken, onions, celery, lemon halves and any liquid from the marinade in a lightly oiled baking pan. Add 1/2 cup water or chicken broth, then add the sugared cranberries.
  • Bake in the 425 degrees F heated-oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Serve hot with Lebanese rice and your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.2 kcal, Sugar 2.7 g, Sodium 10.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, UnsaturatedFat 10.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY CHICKEN AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This chicken and spinach casserole is made with a creamy Parmesan sauce. The crunchy, buttery breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach (cooked)
5 tablespoons butter (divided)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream, light cream, or half-and-half
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 cups cooked diced chicken
1 cup fine soft breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Drain the cooked spinach in a colander, squeezing or pressing to get as much of the water out as possible. Spread the spinach in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the flour and seasoned salt to the butter and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cream. Cook, stirring until the cheese has melted. Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed. Add the chicken to the sauce and stir to blend.
  • Pour the chicken and sauce mixture over the spinach layer in the baking dish.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stovetop. Toss the butter with the soft breadcrumbs. Spread the crumbs over the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the topping is nicely browned. To brown the topping a little more, turn the broiler on and broil for a minute or two before you take it out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 1159 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 41 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN I



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This is an incredibly easy recipe - and delicious! Just mix it up before going to work, then pop it in the oven when you get home in the evening. The sauce that forms while baking tastes great on rice.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 9h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 ½ (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup French dressing

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts in a glass or non-reactive baking dish.
  • Stir the onion soup mix, cranberry sauce, and French dressing together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken breasts. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Remove plastic wrap from the baking dish, and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Bake chicken in preheated oven until top is bubbly and slightly browned, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1087.4 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I created this chicken casserole based on a recipe I found on a spaghetti sauce label. I made a few substitutions and additions and was quite pleased with the results. -Jackie Wood, Jackson, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 package (16 ounces) frozen leaf spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until no longer pink; set aside., In the same pan, saute onion and green pepper until crisp-tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, spinach, mushrooms and olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain pasta; add chicken and pasta to the pan. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and toss to coat., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 1323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, gather and measure all your ingredients and equipment. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your casserole the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, then remove it from the heat.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A blend of cheeses will give your casserole a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Add some crunch: A topping of crispy bread crumbs or crushed crackers will add a nice contrast to the creamy casserole.
  • Serve with a side salad: A fresh side salad will help to balance out the richness of the casserole.

Conclusion:

Chicken spinach cranberry casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and tangy cranberries, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try.

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