Description
This creamy spinach and mushroom chicken bake is the ultimate comfort food. Made with tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, and egg noodles in a rich asiago cream sauce, it’s baked until golden and bubbly — a perfect weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
12 ounces egg noodles
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
1 tablespoon butter
10 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
3 cups fresh spinach
For the Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
2 scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded asiago cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a casserole dish and set aside.
2. Cook the egg noodles in boiling water according to package directions until just tender. Drain well.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, until the mushrooms begin to soften.
4. Stir in the spinach and cooked chicken, cooking just until the spinach wilts. Remove from heat.
5. In a small saucepan, gently warm the heavy cream over medium heat. Do not let it boil.
6. In another saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the scallions and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste.
7. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, then add the cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Pour in the warm cream and mix well.
8. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, chicken and vegetable mixture, and prepared sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
9. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and bake for about 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
10. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute asiago with fontina, white cheddar, or Monterey Jack.
To make ahead, assemble the dish and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Leftovers keep well for 3 days and reheat beautifully in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American