Creamy Spinach, Feta, And Rice Casserole
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready to dive into the world of creamy, dreamy casseroles, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole!
This perfectly scented casserole is infused with the brightness of lemon and the freshness of dill, all while sun-dried tomatoes add a pop of sweetness. It’s a match made in heaven!
First, gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (190 degrees C). Yes, it’s about to get hot in here!
Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallions, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano; cook, stirring often, until scallions soften, about 2 minutes. It’s like a party in your skillet!
Add spinach, and cook, stirring occasionally, until thawed, 5 to 6 minutes. Don’t worry, it’ll all come together!
Stir in broth, rice, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of the feta. Bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring occasionally. It’s getting creamy in here!
Stir in dill, and top evenly with remaining 1/2 cup feta. You’re almost there!
Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender and feta begins to brown, about 20 minutes. The wait is almost over!
And that’s it! A deliciously creamy Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole that’s sure to become a family favorite. Dig in and enjoy!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 cup scallions
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 10 ounces spinach
- 2 cups broth
- 1 cup rice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dill
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3. Add scallions, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano; cook, stirring often, until scallions soften, about 2 minutes.
- 4. Add spinach, and cook, stirring occasionally, until thawed, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- 5. Stir in broth, rice, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of feta. Bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring occasionally.
- 6. Stir in dill, and top evenly with remaining 1/2 cup feta.
- 7. Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender and feta begins to brown, about 20 minutes.
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