Cozy Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cozy Chicken Casserole. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with a golden, crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for family dinners or chilly nights, this dish not only warms the heart but also brings everyone together around the table. Easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying, it’s a meal that transforms leftovers into something magical!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Mix in cream of chicken soup and water until combined.
- Add frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir well, then pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Top with shredded cheeses followed by an even layer of breadcrumbs.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg