Description
Hearty Chicken Casserole delivers pure comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen, with tender chicken and creamy sauce that hugs your taste buds. Warm, satisfying layers blend perfectly to create a quick weeknight dinner your family will devour with smiles.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice, cooked
- 1 cup cheese, shredded cheddar
Protein and Vegetable Additions:
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup vegetables, frozen mixed
Seasonings and Liquids:
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F and coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Combine 2 cups shredded chicken, 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 cup frozen vegetables, 1 cup cooked rice, ½ cup milk, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Blend the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring all components are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Pour the entire mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it smoothly with a spatula.
- Scatter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese across the top, covering the entire surface evenly.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, watching for golden edges and bubbling cheese.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the ingredients settle and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Swap out cream of chicken soup for a homemade white sauce if avoiding processed ingredients.
- For gluten-free version, use cornstarch instead of flour and check soup ingredients carefully.
- Customize vegetables based on what’s in your refrigerator – frozen mixed veggies work perfectly or use fresh seasonal produce.
- Experiment with protein alternatives like turkey, tofu, or canned tuna for different flavor variations and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg