Description
A comforting baked casserole loaded with tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy cheesy sauce, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, broccoli)
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, vegetables, rice or pasta, sautéed onion and garlic.
- Stir in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika until well mixed.
- Fold in half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top if using.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Frozen vegetables work well—no need to thaw.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for more variety.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American