Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Mushroom And Spinach Casserole
A hearty baked dish combining shredded chicken, creamy cottage cheese, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and melted mozzarella for a protein rich and comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 3 to 4 minutes until soft.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook 5 to 7 minutes until they release moisture and start browning.
- Stir in chopped spinach and cook briefly until wilted, then remove from heat.
- Mix shredded chicken, cottage cheese, the mushroom mixture, and half of the mozzarella in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spread evenly, and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden.
- Let rest about 5 minutes before serving.