Here’s a comforting, hearty, and cheesy Ultimate Chicken Casserole — loaded with tender chicken, creamy sauce, vegetables, and a golden topping. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
🍗🧀 Ultimate Chicken Casserole
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Chicken & Veggies
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
Topping
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers, breadcrumbs, or cornflakes
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
🔪 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Sauce
- In a large bowl, mix:
- cream of chicken soup
- sour cream
- mayonnaise (if using)
- 1 cup cheddar
- milk
- Dijon mustard
- garlic, salt, pepper, paprika
- Stir in chicken and vegetables until coated.
3. Assemble Casserole
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Spread evenly.
4. Add Topping
- Mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter.
- Sprinkle topping evenly over casserole.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheddar on top.
5. Bake
- Bake 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
✨ Variations & Tips
Extra Cheesy
- Mix ½ cup mozzarella with cheddar in the sauce.
Low-Carb Version
- Use cauliflower or broccoli instead of mixed vegetables.
- Skip crackers for topping or use almond flour crumbs.
Make Ahead
- Assemble the casserole in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours; bake when ready.
Add Crunch
- Sprinkle fried onions on top instead of crackers for a classic touch.
If you want, I can also give you a slow cooker version, a one-pot version, or a cheesy chicken and rice version of this casserole.
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