Description
This creamy chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Packed with tender chicken, rich cream sauce, and a medley of delicious vegetables, it’s baked to perfection in a cheesy, golden crust. Perfect for a family dinner, special gatherings, or meal prep for the week. This dish is both hearty and easy to make, delivering a creamy, savory flavor that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (or rotisserie chicken)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or homemade)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheeses)
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1 cup frozen peas and carrots (or fresh vegetables)
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1/2 cup milk (or chicken broth)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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2 cups crushed crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
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1/4 cup melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
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Mix the casserole filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, peas and carrots, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
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Assemble the casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
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Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the casserole.
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Bake: Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Notes
Vegetable options: You can swap the peas and carrots for other vegetables such as corn, broccoli, or green beans.
Extra flavor: Add some shredded Parmesan cheese to the top for an extra layer of flavor.
Make ahead: This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Simply bake it when you’re ready to serve.
Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free crackers or breadcrumbs to make this dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole, Dinner, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy chicken casserole, comfort food, easy casserole, chicken dinner, casserole recipe, family dinner