Cheesy Chicken Casserole
A comforting and creamy cheesy chicken casserole that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a family dinner. Tender chicken pieces baked in a rich cheese sauce with a crispy breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
Add the cooked chicken, cooked rice, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the breadcrumbs for extra flavor and crispiness.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.