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A while back I shared how my friends and I started a freezer meal club. I had a few people ask for the recipe and it is worth trying I guarantee. I found the original recipe on Saving Money Living Life, but I cut out a step and it is just that much faster. So I am sharing it here today. This is a great freezer meal and it tastes wonderful!
Cheesy Spinach and Chicken Bake
Preheat oven to 375.
- 8 oz uncooked rigatoni
- 1 c frozen chopped onion (drain any liquid)
- 1 (10 oz) pack frozen spinach, thawed and extra liquid pressed out
- 3 c cubed, cooked chicken breasts
- 1 (14 oz) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 (8 oz) container Philadelphia chive & onion cream cheese
- ½ t salt, ½ t pepper
- 1½ c shredded mozzarella cheese
Prepare the rigatoni according to package directions. Spray 11×17 in baking dish with cooking spray.
Soften the cream cheese for 15-20 seconds in the microwave, don’t cook it, just soften it. Add all prepared ingredients and half of the mozzarella to a large bowl and stir til thoroughly combined. Pour mixture into sprayed dish & sprinkle evenly with remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake covered at 375 for 30 minutes; uncover & bake 15 more minutes or until bubbly.
