I remember coming up with this Italian casserole idea when I needed to make a casserole for a new momma friend, but didn’t have the ingredients on hand for the classic chicken and broccoli casserole I usually make. I did have spinach around, and garlic makes everything amazing, so this one got dressed up Italian style, and Italian Spinach and Chicken Casserole has made our winter dinner rotation ever since.
Sauté the onion, carrot, and celery in the friendly fat with the sea salt, pepper, and Italian season for about 7-10 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for a minute.
Put the cooked/seasoned veggies in a large mixing bowl along with the rest of the ingredients excluding the parmesan for the top, and combine.
Pour the casserole mixture into a small, buttered baking dish and sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top. At this point you can either bake it off, or cover it up and put it in the fridge to bake later or bring to a friend in need.