ULTIMATE CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE


 


  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced

  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne, rotini, or egg noodles)

  • 1 cup frozen peas & carrots

  • ½ cup diced celery

  • ½ cup diced onion

✅ The Creamy Sauce

  • 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp dried thyme

✅ The Cheesy Topping

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

👩🍳 STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep the Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, uncooked pasta, peas & carrots, celery, and onion.

2. Make the Sauce

  • In another bowl, whisk together soup, sour cream, broth, and spices.

  • Pour over chicken mixture and stir until well combined.

3. Assemble & Bake

  1. Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

  2. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

  3. Mix Panko and melted butter, then sprinkle over cheese.

  4. Bake 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden.

  5. Garnish with parsley before serving.

💡 CHEF'S TIPS

🔸 Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor.
🔸 Make ahead: Assemble (unbaked) and refrigerate overnight.
🔸 Extra veggies: Add broccoli or mushrooms for more nutrition.

Serve With: Garlic bread and a crisp green salad.