Best 6 Creamy Italian Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Creamy Italian Chicken Casserole is a simple yet satisfying dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will love. The chicken is tender and moist, while the sauce is creamy and flavorful. Serve it over rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish for a complete meal.

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ITALIAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe for a creamy baked chicken spaghetti recipe. I enjoy this recipe because it doesn't contain any "cream of" soups and it's very simple to make. The creamy red sauce is just delicious, I think. This recipe is from Paula Deen.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken, cooked and chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic, basil and oregano
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (8 ounce) package angel hair pasta, cooked and kept warm

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees; lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • In large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Stir in chicken, tomatoes and cream.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  • Add cream cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese; cook, stirring constantly until cheeses are melted.
  • Add pasta, tossing gently to coat.
  • Spoon into prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes.

CREAMY ITALIAN SLOW COOKER CHICKEN



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A creamy, yummy chicken dish to serve over thick pasta, like egg noodles or farfalle. This pleased everyone! It's easy to prepare and highly addictive. Easy to make lower calorie/fat with low fat cream cheese and low fat/salt soup! Serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by CHEFCATHY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 4h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ½ (.7 ounce) packages dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
½ cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken, and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken breasts into a slow cooker, and drizzle melted butter all over the chicken breasts, lifting them up to allow butter to flow underneath the chicken. Cover the cooker, set to High, and cook until tender, 4 to 5 hours. With a metal spatula, chop up the chicken into bite-size pieces in the slow cooker.
  • Place the cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, Italian salad dressing mix, and sherry into a saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is well combined. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker; cover, and cook on High until the flavors have blended and the sauce is bubbling, about 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 113.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 2045.9 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CREAMY ITALIAN CHICKEN



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Italian salad dressing mix is like a secret weapon for adding flavor to this creamy chicken dish. Served over rice or pasta, this Italian dressing chicken is rich, delicious and special enough for company. -Maura McGee, Tallahassee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
1/4 cup water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
Hot cooked pasta or rice
Minced fresh oregano, optional

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine salad dressing mix and water; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Remove chicken. Cool slightly; shred meat with two forks. Return to slow cooker., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and soup until blended. Stir in mushrooms. Pour over chicken. Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 1 hour longer. Serve with pasta or rice. If desired, sprinkle with oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 29g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 158mg cholesterol, Sodium 1556mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

CREAMY ITALIAN CHICKEN



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An easy and delicious slow cooker recipe! Serve over linguine.

Provided by LaurQuist

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 4h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
¼ cup water
1 packet dry Italian salad dressing mix (such as Kraft® Zesty Italian)
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (4.5 ounce) can mushroom pieces and stems, drained

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breast pieces into the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour in water, and stir in the salad dressing mix. Cover the cooker, set on low, and cook 3 or more hours (see note).
  • With an electric mixer, beat the soup, cream cheese, and mushrooms in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Mix with the chicken and any juices in the slow cooker. Cover and cook 1 more hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 107.2 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 1965.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My aunt created this recipe, and the whole family has been enjoying it for years now. It's equally good with Polish or Italian sausage.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 turkey Italian sausage links (about 1/4 pound), casing removed
1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons canola oil
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Crumble sausage into a skillet; add onion and celery. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain and set aside. Sprinkle chicken with paprika. In the same skillet, cook chicken in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear; remove and set aside., Return sausage mixture to the skillet. Add the broth, bouillon, garlic, rice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add chicken and mushrooms; cook 5 minutes longer or until rice is done and chicken is heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY ITALIAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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There are many Creamy Chicken Casseroles, but I do believe this one is just a tad bit different. This was adapted from a recipe received from All Recipes which was submitted by Blondeprincess. I have adapted this recipe for my family's own tastes. It is very creamy and to us, very good. We served this with salad and garlic breadsticks. This can also be served over rice if preferred.

Provided by NoCookDonna

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup half-and-half
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (8 ounce) package Italian cheese blend, shredded
4 (4 ounce) cans mushroom pieces, drained
1 cup green onion, chopped (using some of the green)
1 (10 ounce) package rigatoni pasta

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 375 deg.F. Spray 11x15 Baking Dish with Cooking Spray.
  • In a bowl, mix soups with half and half. Arrange chicken breast halves in the baking dish. Top each breast with handful of cheese. Pour Soup Mixture over chicken. Sprinkle with mushrooms and chopped green onions.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the pre-heated ove, or until sauce is bubblie and chicken juices run clear.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted, oiled water to a boil. Add Pasta and cook for 8 - 10 minutes, just till al dente, drain. Serve chicken and mushroom sauce over the cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 107, Sodium 590.7, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 36.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your casserole taste its best. Look for organic, free-range chicken and high-quality pasta.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what makes this casserole so delicious. Be sure to use a sauce that you love, and that has plenty of flavor. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make this casserole. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or experiment with different cooking methods.

Conclusion:

Creamy Italian Chicken Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this Creamy Italian Chicken Casserole a try.

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