Recipe Courtesy of Paula DeenServings: 6-8 servings
Cook Time: 30 min
Difficulty: Easy
2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
6 chicken breast halves (about 4 pounds), cooked, boned, and shredded
2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 cup grated sharp Cheddar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
Remove the outer wrappers from the box of spinach. Open 1 end of each box. Microwave on full power for 2 minutes, until thawed. Drain the spinach and put into a large bowl. Add the shredded chicken.
In a medium bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, Cheddar, lemon juice, curry powder, salt and pepper, to taste, and wine. Whisk together to make a sauce. Pour the sauce over the spinach and chicken. Mix well with a spatula.
Place the mixture into an 11 by 7-inch casserole dish or 2 (9-inch) square disposable aluminum foil pans that have been sprayed with vegetable oil cooking spray. Pat down evenly and smooth with a spatula. Combine the Parmesan and bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top. Dot with the butter.
Wrap the uncooked casserole securely with plastic wrap, then with aluminum foil. Place each pan into a plastic freezer bag and seal. Place into freezer.
Allow casserole to thaw 24 hours in refrigerator. When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap and foil. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
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I will be trying this recipe again but I will NOT be adding in the curry powder; this is a very strong powder for those of you who have not tried curry powder.
By Anonymous on February 08, 2012
thank you
By Anonymous on February 02, 2012
A wonderful dish!!!
By Anonymous on September 13, 2011
I have one very picky man in my house when I came across this recipe and saw that it has foods that he likes. I decided to give it a try. I did add one egg after reading the other comments. My picky man had two large helpings and said he would eat that again. BIG THUMBS UP ON THIS ONE and now I am trying other ones I think we might like.
By Shary Wyatt on July 28, 2011
All i can say is O M G!! This is a def. keeper and sooo quick and easy. We have 8 people living in this house 6 adults 2 toddlers. Everyone loved it especially the 2 picky eaters. lol
By Lindsey Quintanilla on May 25, 2011
I made this tonight and didn't like it at all..I even did NO wine because of others saying it was "soupy"..It was a no go people! :/ I had to throw it away. Love Paula, but I just couldn't do it...Lol
By Deana Jean Smith on May 03, 2011
This is a very good dish. However, like a lot of people said, it was definitely too soupy. Maybe the wine could be cut in half. Also, if you're not in love with spinach, I would only use half of the spinach it calls for. I could taste the spinach more than anything else. If you just want to cook for two with little or no leftovers, just cut the recipe in half. It fits perfectly in a square baking pan.
By Ellen Phillips on April 03, 2011
This is so good! I did make a couple of changes: 1/4 c. marsala instead of the white wine (I reduced the liquid after I read a review that said it was too soupy), I also used a mix of vermont extra sharp cheddar with the regular sharp cheddar, and I used the grated parm instead of the ground kind. I also used 1 tsp. red curry paste instead of the powdered curry. My husband loved it, and we will definitely enjoy this recipe for years to come. I considered trying a lower fat version, but after reading all the additives put in these "low fat" or "lite" products(carrageen oil, guar gum, corn syrup???) I figured I'd rather just have the fat I know and love!
By Bethie Crocker on March 14, 2011
All the food I make is good, but when I try new recipes, my mom is kinda hesitant in trying them, but when I made this she abolutely loved It! She took leftovers for lunch to work for about 5 Days!!! Love It, Definitely a recipe to Try!
By Erika Vasquez on March 13, 2011
can the wine be substituted?
By Anonymous on February 15, 2011
I sauteed sliced mushrooms in the wine and added to the meal. Mmmmm.... Good!
By Anonymous on January 31, 2011
LOVE this recipe, I make it all the time! I leave out the curry, but use extra cheese & put it over wide egg noodles. Absolutely delicious! A 5 for sure!
By Anonymous on January 06, 2011
very rich, very filling. definately an instant family favorite! Love it served over olive oil drenched fetuccini.
By lisabermes on November 23, 2010
I love this recipe! Very easy and quick. I added extra mushrooms, cheese and curry.
By Anonymous on November 17, 2010
Wasn't very impressed. Didn't like the curry flavor. Tasted more like a dip. A little soupy. Would have been better over white rice :(
By Anonymous on October 04, 2010
This is definately a 5. Fixed this for supper last night. My family loved it. I will definately serve this again.. next time for guest!
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By Anonymous on February 22, 2010
Oh my goodness, Paula this is one of the Best dishes I've fixed of yours. Of course it is hard to improve profection. It is easy to make and my Volunteers at the hospital had to have the Recipe. Thanks so much for all your Love and Best Dishes....back at cha, Girlfriend. Becky S
By zgrma on November 17, 2009
This is seriously a delicious recipe. I added more cheese and left out the mushrooms because I don't like them and it tasted just fabulous!! Second time I made it, I put it over rice and was twice as yummy.
By chriselhami on November 17, 2009
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