Chicken Casserole
Chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and vibrant vegetables into a warm, satisfying dish. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe delivers rich flavors with minimal fuss. Easily adaptable to your pantry staples, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 medium sweet onion (chopped)
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt, pepper, and thyme (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Stir occasionally for even cooking.
- Incorporate mixed vegetables, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg