Best 7 Chicken Cornbread Casserole Recipes

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"Chicken cornbread casserole" is a delicious and versatile dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, sweet cornbread, and savory spices. It is a perfect comfort food for a cold night or a potluck gathering. With a variety of recipes available, from classic to modern, this casserole can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, this article will provide you with the best recipes and tips for creating a mouthwatering chicken cornbread casserole that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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I love this super easy chicken slow-cooker recipe because it tastes like Thanksgiving, but without all the hassle. It's such a hearty and delicious meal for the fall or winter season. -Nancy Barker, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups cubed cornbread
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
4 celery ribs, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toasted. Cool on baking pan., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cornbread, chicken, soups, broth and seasonings., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 1657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

PAULA DEEN'S CHICKEN, SQUASH & CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Chicken, Squash & Cornbread Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
1 cup shredded carrot
1 (8 ounce) package sliced baby portabella mushrooms
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
3 cups crumbled cornbread
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup crumbled biscuit
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, combine squash, carrot, mushrooms, onion and bell pepper. Add water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 3-quart casserole.
  • In a large bowl, combine squash mixture, chicken, cornbread, 2 cups cheese, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, biscuits, eggs, poultry seasoning, thyme and salt. Spoon mixture into prepared casserole.
  • Bake 45 minutes to 1 hours or until center is set.
  • Sprinkle evenly with remaining cheese and bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 122.4, Sodium 735.3, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 24.4

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN, SQUASH, AND CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Turn leftover chicken into a comforting casserole with "South-of-the Border" flair! Beautiful summer squash and zucchini, along with canned Southwest style corn and RO*TEL®, join with a queso-like sauce, and everything is covered with Mexican cornbread. Garnish with sour cream, or guacamole, or salsa, whatever your taste buds desire!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced yellow squash
3 scallions, sliced
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (15.25 ounce) can Southwest-style corn with poblano and red peppers, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), drained
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 (6 ounce) package Mexican-style cornbread mix (such as Martha White®)
⅔ cup milk
1 egg
½ jalapeno, sliced crosswise, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 7x11-inch baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook, stirring frequently, until fork-tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in white and light green parts of scallions, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Set aside scallion tops for garnish.
  • Add drained corn, drained tomatoes, and chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid in the skillet has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the contents of the skillet into a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour evaporated milk into the same skillet. Toss Cheddar cheese with cornstarch and add to the skillet; stir frequently until cheese is melted and blended, about 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Combine cornbread mix, milk, and egg in a large bowl. Stir until smooth. Carefully pour over the casserole; the dish will be full. Dot with jalapeno slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cornbread is set and browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool slightly. Garnish with scallion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1269.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

SPICY CHICKEN AND CORNBREAD - CASSEROLE



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This recipe is one that is a mixture of many simular recipes I have tried in the past, but none of them impressed me that much. So through many trials and failures I came up with my own combination of ingredients. I think it is quite good! So decided to share this recipe with you to see what you think.

Provided by llk2day

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into eight cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 cup frozen corn, cooked as directed
2 (15 ounce) cans s and w brand caribbean black beans
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with jalapenos
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced olives, drained
1/2 cup medium salsa
1 tablespoon chicken soup base, paste (Smart and Final brand if interested) (optional)
1 (8 1/2 ounce) package sweet cornbread mix (Jiffy brand)
1/2 cup grated colby cheese or 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a hot skillet add the olive oil and chicken cubes, cook just until no longer pink.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients with the exception of the corn bread mixture and the cheese.
  • Blend together and pour into a greased 9x12 inch casserole dish.
  • Mix, but do not bake the corn bread as directed on the package.
  • Spread the uncooked cornbread mixture on top of the casserole.
  • Sprinkle the cheeses that have been blended together evenly on top of the cornbread mixture.
  • Bake in a hot oven at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes.
  • You want the cheese and the corn bread to turn a nice light golden brown color.
  • If you are a cornbread lover like myself, use two packages of prepared cornbread instead of one.

CHICKEN & CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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From Southern Living. This is a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. I had this at a friend's house and it was a big hit!

Provided by HannahSve

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups packed crumbled cornbread
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
3 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Sauté celery and onion in hot oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender; set aside.
  • Combine cornbread and poultry seasoning in a large bowl.
  • Layer half of cornbread mixture on bottom of a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
  • Combine onion mixture, chicken, and next 6 ingredients in a bowl. Spoon mixture evenly over top of cornbread mixture in dish.
  • Top evenly with remaining half of cornbread mixture, and drizzle with butter.
  • Bake, covered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Remove from oven, and top with cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, 10 more minutes or until cheese is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.6, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 143.3, Sodium 360.5, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1, Protein 28.7

CORNBREAD STUFFING CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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this is a good one

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Categories     Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 stick butter
1/2 c water
3/4 c pepperidge farm cornbread stuffing mix 16 oz
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup 10.75 oz
1 c sour cream
1 c chicken broth
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the meat into bite size pieces. In a hot skillet greased with a little butter sear the chicken on all sides. It doesn't have to be cooked through just nicely browned.
  • 2. Season lightly with salt and pepper and set aside. When its done remove from the heat and set aside.
  • 3. Melt butter and water together in a saucepan over medium heat and once melted remove from heat and mix with the cornbread stuffing mix well until moistened. Set aside.
  • 4. In another bowl combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream and chicken broth until smooth a fork or a whisk is good for this.
  • 5. Put 3/4 of the stuffing mixture into a large greased casserole dish. Add the chicken on top of this. Pour the sour cream mixture over it all and top with the remaining 1/4 of stuffing. Bake at 325 for about 45 minutes.

CHICKEN SOUIZA CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken Souiza Cornbread Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AzMama17

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 (8 1/2 ounce) box corn muffin mix
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
2 tablespoons canned green chilies
1 1/2 cups sour cream
salt and pepper
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Melt butter and saute onion and garlic. Set aside.
  • Combine corns, salt and egg. Beat in muffin mix. Fold in butter mixture. Pour into greased casserole dish.
  • Combine chicken, chiles, sour cream, salt and pepper. Spread over corn mix, leaving 1/2 inch border around edges. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for 35 minutes.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your casserole the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally sourced ingredients.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your casserole well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all great starting points. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook it just until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Use a Cast Iron Skillet: If you have one, use a cast iron skillet to cook your chicken. Cast iron skillets distribute heat evenly and give the chicken a nice crust.
  • Let the Casserole Rest: Once the casserole is finished baking, let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

Chicken cornbread casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken cornbread casserole that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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