Cozy Chicken Vegetable Casserole Recipe
This Cozy Chicken Vegetable Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for family dinners. Featuring shredded cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, creamy chicken soup, and optional rice or pasta, it is baked to perfection with a cheesy, golden breadcrumb topping. An easy-to-make casserole that blends flavors and textures for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (approximately 10.5 ounces)
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preferred cheese)
- 1 cup cooked rice or cooked pasta
- Breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. If you are adding cooked rice or pasta, stir it in now until well mixed.
- Transfer: Grease a casserole dish with butter or cooking spray, then pour and spread the mixture evenly into the dish.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the casserole. Then evenly distribute the breadcrumbs over the cheese if using, to create a crunchy crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Bake until the casserole is bubbly and the topping turns golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set and for easier serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mixed frozen vegetables for fresh to save time.
- Use any type of cheese you prefer or omit for a lighter dish.
- Leftover cooked chicken from any recipe works well for this casserole.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or omit the topping.
- Adding cooked rice or pasta increases heartiness, but can be left out for a lower-carb meal.
- This casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking.
Keywords: chicken casserole, comfort food, baked casserole, chicken and vegetables, creamy chicken dish
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