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The lean meat and healthy spinach help balance out the rich sauce and cheese in this decadent casserole.
serves/makes:
ready in:
30-60 minutes
21 reviews
3 comments
ingredients
1 pound ground turkey or pork
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (10.75 ounce size) cream of chicken soup
1 pound frozen leaf spinach, thawed
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10x12 baking dish.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until the turkey is cooked.
Stir the cream of chicken soup into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Transfer the turkey mixture to the baking dish.
Drain as much liquid as possible from the thawed spinach and then place the spinach in a bowl. Add the salt, pepper, and eggs. Mix well. Spread the spinach mixture over the top of the turkey layer in the baking dish. Sprinkle it with the Mozzarella cheese.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes or until the center is bubbly and the cheese is melted and browned.
Serve the ground turkey and spinach casserole hot.
recipe tips
Saute some minced garlic with the onion and turkey.
Add fresh herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme into the turkey mixture.
If you like a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs mixed with a little melted butter on top of the cheese before baking.
For a spicy twist, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the turkey mixture.
Try a combination of spinach and kale for a variation.
Adding a layer of cooked pasta or rice can turn this into a heartier meal.
If you're using low-fat cheese, add a sprinkle of Parmesan for extra flavor without much added fat.
common recipe questions
Can I use fresh spinach instead of frozen in this recipe?
Yes, you can use fresh spinach. Cook it down in a skillet until wilted, then drain any excess liquid before adding it to the casserole. Use 1 2/3 pound fresh spinach in place of the frozen.
Is there a substitute for cream of chicken soup?
You can use cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup as a substitute. Alternatively, make a simple white sauce with flour, butter, and chicken broth.
Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?
Yes, you can use other cheeses like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend of your favorite cheeses.
How can I make this casserole healthier?
To make it healthier, consider using ground turkey breast (vs regular ground turkey), low-fat or non-dairy cheese, and a homemade cream soup substitute made with low-fat milk.
Is it necessary to drain the spinach?
Yes, draining the spinach is important to prevent the casserole from becoming too watery.
How do I know when the casserole is done?
The casserole is done when the center is bubbly, and the cheese is melted and lightly browned on top.
Can I prepare this casserole in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the casserole in advance and refrigerate it. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if you're baking it straight from the refrigerator.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through. Cover with foil if reheating in the oven.
Can I freeze this casserole?
Yes, this casserole can be frozen. Wrap it well and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating. Cover with foil if reheating in the oven.
nutrition data
350 calories, 24 grams fat, 7 grams carbohydrates, 26 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in carbs.
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reviews & comments
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Dmorris REVIEW:
January 31, 2024Made for the first time. Love it, but I think next time I would add 1/2 a can of chicken broth to the cream of chicken soup. I had a layer of wide egg noodles on the bottom then topped with ground turkey, onion and soup. Then spinach, salt, pepper and 2 eggs. Then the mozzarella. Delicious!
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sailing REVIEW:
November 2, 2021It was very good, but needs something added to it. I like the fact that it is low carb and tasty. Any suggestions on additions to the casserole.
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
August 30, 2020Tried this recipe and it was really good. I used fresh spinach instead of frozen. I added yellow and red bell peppers to meat mixture. I didnât have any mozzarella cheese so I used provolone cheese with some cheddar cheese and the dish turned out great. It wasnât bland as I used onion powder, garlic powder & season salt to the spinach and meat while cooking.
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KimH REVIEW:
July 29, 2020Amazing! The whole family loved it! I added hot sauce to the spinach and egg mixture, used sazon for seasonings, and added cheddar jack with the mozzarella. Thank you for a great recipe!
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Guest Foodie July 23, 2020
Any other suggestions on what I can substitute for cream of chicken because I don't have this ingredient at home?
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
You could make a cream sauce
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
July 15, 2020I made this recipe with Cream of mushroom soup, Kale instead of Spinach, 3 eggs instead of 2 and for seasonings Mrs. Dash, granulated garlic, and McCormick crushed Chili flakes
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Lesly REVIEW:
July 7, 2020Receta fácil de hacer y lo mejor es que es deliciosa
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Smile Moore REVIEW:
July 5, 2020My family loved this! I used fresh spinach, ground turkey, Lawryâs Seasoned Salt (instead of salt), fresh garlic, and added Parmesan cheese to the mozzarella. This will be in our dinner rotation.
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Norway_girl REVIEW:
May 31, 2020Just wonderful. Of course like others here, I tweeked it to my family's taste. I used fresh spinach, which I sauteed with garlic in butter. I added baby portabello mushrooms sliced (about a cup) I used WAY more sweet onion (also a cup). I think next time I make this, which I certainly will, I might try to add another egg. Don't skimp on the mozzarella. I only used 8 oz. which tasted fine, but it might have even be better with more.
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Shirley REVIEW:
May 25, 2020Great recipe. I used fresh spinach because that's what I had on hand and mixed in some feta cheese with it too. The only negative is that is was so delicious, the family ate the whole thing in one sitting so there wasn't any leftovers!
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Mara REVIEW:
May 14, 2020I added my own seasoning to the recipe overall and the meat mixture I added garlic green onions and bell pepper and to the spinach and eggs mixture I added half of the cheese, a spoon full each of TraderJoeâs red pepper spread and Trader Joeâs Italian bomba hot pepper sauce and Minced garlic also 1/4 of salt and everyone loved it! My husband and kids are super picky!
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kalli REVIEW:
May 6, 2020this recipe was so easy and very tasty! i think if i were to make it again i would maybe use cream of mushroom rather than chicken and divide the cheese into layers. very quick and yummy!
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Guest Foodie May 2, 2020
Very tasty & 'somewhat' healthy. I used ground turkey breast, since I feel it has more flavor than chicken. I also used Heart Healthy soup, & I slightly reduced the amount of cheese. It was still tasty, & enjoyed by my family.
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Shannon REVIEW:
April 28, 2020I did not have any problems making this. It was so good and my husband loved it!!! I added a cup of mushroom to it 🤭
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Jeanne53 REVIEW:
November 16, 2019Made this tonight and it was outstanding! I didn't have ground turkey, but had most of a rotisserie chicken, which I cut up very finely. I steamed 15 ounces of organic fresh spinach instead of frozen spinach. It came out GREAT! Next time, I think I will mix the meat mixture, with the spinach mixture and the cheese all together.
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Sonyface REVIEW:
August 20, 2019OMGoodness, this was very good. I used ground turkey and My substitutes were: cream of mushroom soup, fresh spinach, provolone cheese, I sautéed half a yellow/red pepper and added to spinach mixture. Great idea.
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
May 29, 2019I didnât have cream of chicken so I used cream of celery and I also used fresh spinach. I added garlic lime others said and it turned out great.
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skitchen REVIEW:
November 12, 2018I made the recipe and tasted really good, did not have chicken soup so I used whipping cream and a bouillon. It needed a good side dish though any recommendations?
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
October 27, 2018It was a flavorful comfort meal. I didnât have frozen spinach, so I used a bag of prewashed baby spinach. In the future, I would add brown rice to this dish. It felt like it was a little something else.
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Angela September 19, 2018
Can you use fresh sauteed spinach? This sounds amazing but that's all I have is fresh right nowCDKitchen Note:Yes,
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CDKitchen Staff Reply:
Yes, that should work
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jonibabyh REVIEW:
September 5, 2018This was really good and great consistency. I added some fresh rosemary on top of the cheese and it really added to the flavor.
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Guest Foodie REVIEW:
September 15, 2015I sautéed a few gloves of garlic with the spinach. Also, I did not have any soup. I made a homemade rue with a bit of American cheese, salt, pepper, milk and cream (one cup total) I poured that over the turkey mixture and it was great!
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Mandi REVIEW:
July 22, 2014I ran out of eggs, so I substituted 3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs to be mixed in with the spinach. I also mixed in rice with the bottom layer and it was delicious!
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Krys REVIEW:
December 10, 2011This was a very easy recipe. I made it mostly with things I already had in my kitchen. In the future, I would either mix the spinach in with the meat or mix the cheese in with the spinach b/c the spinach was a bit bland. I also only used half the amount of spinach and it was still completely covered.
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