Chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food—warm, hearty, and satisfying. This classic dish has been a staple in households for decades, offering a delicious way to bring family and friends together around the dinner table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-pan convenience: Easy to assemble and even easier to clean up.
- Family-friendly: Pleases picky eaters and hearty appetites alike.
- Customizable: Swap out ingredients to suit your pantry or preferences.
- Perfect for leftovers: Tastes even better the next day!
How to Make Chicken Casserole?
This Easy Chicken casserole recipe is packed with healthy vegetables, which includes carrot, onion, mushrooms, and celery. So that whenever you crave for food you can quickly grab it then and there. Personally, I like to have it for my dinner. Because you know what eating chicken at night is always good and even my mom loves it at night only.
This Chicken Casserole dish is so good and tender that it just melts in your mouth, and the Chicken thigh pieces in a cream of chicken soup sauce mixture are totally out of this world.
What to do with the Leftovers?
If you have any leftovers, you can store them in your fridge and make sure to use an airtight container. And when you are ready to serve just thoroughly reheat in your microwave and yes make sure to finish all the leftovers within 2 days. If you ask me, about the leftovers then you know what I always love to have it because on my busy days it saves lots of time and effort.
To cook this easy chicken casserole, you only need 1hr and 15 mins of your life (haha!) but yes, it worth it! And if you are calorie conscious then my friend this recipe is for you because it has only 400 calories and easily you can have it on your lunch or dinner and shed those extra pounds.
How to Serve Chicken Casserole
- As a main dish: Pair with a crisp green salad or roasted veggies for a balanced meal.
- For potlucks: Double the recipe and bake in a larger dish—it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
- With bread: Serve alongside warm dinner rolls, garlic bread, or crusty baguettes to soak up every last bit of sauce.
How to Store and Reheat Chicken Casserole
Storage:
- Refrigerate: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Chicken casserole freezes beautifully. Wrap tightly in foil or place in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Reheating:
Oven: Reheat the casserole at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, covered with foil to prevent drying out.
Microwave: Heat individual portions in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Chicken Casserole
Chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food—warm, hearty, and satisfying. This classic dish has been a staple in households for decades, offering a delicious way to bring family and friends together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 1 (4½ pound) chicken breast/thighs, jointed into 8 pieces
- 150g (5 ounce) button mushrooms
- 2 carrots, cut into chunks
- 100g (4 ounce) streaky bacon, chopped
- 300ml (½ pt) white wine
- 25g (1 ounce) plain flour
- 200g (8 ounce) small onions or shallots, whole and peeled
- 25g (1 ounce) soft butter, plus extra for the sauce
- 1 stick celery, cut into chunks
- Bouquet garni (bay leaf, thyme, parsley stalks, black peppercorns)
- 500ml (18fl ounce) chicken stock
- 2 tablespoon double cream
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large frying pan, heat oil and brown the chicken pieces, then transfer to a plate. Now Brown the bacon and put on the plate with the chicken.
- Before adding the bacon and chicken back into the casserole, add some butter to the oil in the casserole and gently brown the mushrooms and onions.
- Add the celery, bouquet garni, carrot, chicken stock and wine to the chicken and season well.
- Cover and cook for 30-40 mins on preheated oven at 170ºC.
- Transfer the vegetables and chicken with a slotted spoon to a large dish and keep warm.
- To form a paste mix the flour and butter together.
- Bring the sauce to the boil and add an equal amount of butter and flour mixture (beurre manie) to thicken the sauce, whisking continuously until dissolved. Add the rest of the beurre manie until you have got your desired thickness.
- Stir in the double cream, then pour over the chicken and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
6Amount Per Serving Calories 574Total Fat 31gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 20gCholesterol 240mgSodium 586mgCarbohydrates 25gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 47g
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Recipe FAQs
Can I use raw chicken in a casserole?
Yes, but you’ll need to increase the baking time to ensure the chicken is fully cooked. Cut the chicken into smaller pieces to help it cook evenly.
Can I make chicken casserole in a slow cooker?
Absolutely! Layer the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Add toppings in the last 30 minutes for best results.
What can I use instead of cream soup?
You can make a homemade white sauce by whisking together butter, flour, chicken broth, and milk until thickened. This is a great option if you prefer fewer processed ingredients.
Can I add more protein or veggies?
Yes! Add cooked bacon bits, diced ham, or additional vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or squash for more variety.
Is chicken casserole healthy?
This dish can be made lighter by using reduced-fat cheese, low-sodium soup, and lean chicken breast. You can also boost its nutritional value by adding extra vegetables or using whole-grain pasta.
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