Description
Warm chicken casserole brings comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen to your dinner table. Creamy, cheesy layers blend perfectly with tender chicken, making this classic dish a family favorite that’s sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 3 cups cooked chicken
Dairy:
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup butter
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it nearby for quick assembly.
- Grab 3 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken and distribute evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across every inch of the dish.
- Melt ¼ cup butter and drizzle it gently over the top of the casserole. This will help create a golden surface.
- Sprinkle 1 cup French fried onions across the entire surface, ensuring even coverage for maximum crunch.
- Season with salt and pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 25 minutes until the top turns a rich golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes. This helps the layers settle and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Always use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture that blends perfectly with other ingredients.
- Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor, or use freshly poached chicken breasts for a lighter texture.
- Crush the French fried onions slightly before sprinkling to create an even more crispy and golden topping that adds delightful crunch.
- For a low-carb version, swap French fried onions with crushed pork rinds or sliced almonds to maintain the crispy texture while reducing carbohydrates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 465 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg