Best 10 Crunchy Cheesy Chicken Casserole Recipes

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With its delectable combination of crispy chicken, melty cheese, and irresistibly crunchy topping, the crunchy cheesy chicken casserole reigns supreme as a culinary masterpiece that tickles taste buds and leaves you craving more. Whether hosting a potluck, seeking a comforting family meal, or simply desiring a delightful treat, this dish promises to deliver a symphony of flavors and textures that will have you grinning from ear to ear with each bite. Say goodbye to bland and boring dinners and embark on a culinary escapade that will leave your taste buds reminiscing about this exceptional creation long after the last morsel has vanished.

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CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Quick, easy, cheesy, and crunchy chicken casserole! A great comfort food.

Provided by kpaigel

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Creamy

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 ½ cooked boneless chicken breasts, shredded, or more to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup chopped fresh broccoli
¾ cup chopped mushrooms
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water, chicken broth, and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While rice is cooking, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place shredded chicken in a large casserole dish. Add soup, water chestnuts, Cheddar cheese, broccoli, mushrooms, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well, then spread the top so it's even.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until nicely browned and bubbly, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 90.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 877.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN CRUNCH CASSEROLE



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A nice alternative to ordinary breaded chicken dishes, with a buttery crumb topping. Serve with rice or potatoes.

Provided by Kim Fischer

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 chicken breasts, cooked and deboned
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup butter
40 buttery round crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Chop chicken into small pieces and place in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  • Mix soup and sour cream and pour over chicken. Dot with butter or margarine. Crumble crackers finely and put on top of chicken mixture. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 153.6 mg, Fat 48.4 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 26.1 g, Sodium 962.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

CRUNCHY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My 96-year-old mother wanted me to share her favorite recipe with Reminisce readers. I hope you enjoy it as much as our family does.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts; drained
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
Sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute celery in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add the next nine ingredients. Spoon into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Combine melted butter and cornflakes; sprinkle on top of casserole. Sprinkle with almonds if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Cheesy Chicken Casserole has pasta in a creamy cheesy sauce baked until golden and bubbly.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Casserole     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups shell noodles (uncooked )
3 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup red bell pepper (diced)
1 onion (finely diced)
½ teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
10 ¾ ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed)
1 ⅓ cups milk
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)
⅓ cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
4 ounces mild green chiles
3 cups cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook shells al dente according to package directions.
  • Cook onion and red bell pepper in butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in salt and chili powder.
  • In a large bowl combine soup, onion mixture, milk and 2 cups cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese. Mix well. Stir in chicken, pasta and green chiles.
  • Spread into a 9x13 casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Concentrated flavors and a deep sauciness make this casserole a perfect choice for a warm and comforting dinner.

Provided by By Paula Jones

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (16 oz) bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups cubed or shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2- to 3-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time. Drain and return to saucepan. Add soup, chicken and 1 cup of the cheese to pasta in pan; stir to combine. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over top.
  • Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 718.0, Carbohydrate 88.2 g, Cholesterol 85.8 mg, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 585.0 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MACARONI AND CHEESY CHICKEN BAKED CASSEROLE



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Take your mac and cheese weeknight dinner to a whole new level with this veggie-kissed casserole. The crunchy cheese and bread crumb topping makes a perfect finish for the creamy filling.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 9 oz)
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (16 oz)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 bag (16 oz) frozen broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Beat in flour, onion salt, garlic salt and pepper with whisk until thickened. Cook 1 minute longer. Beat in milk. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring frequently; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3 cups of the cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni, chicken and frozen broccoli. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; stir until combined. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture.
  • Bake 33 to 36 minutes or until mixture is bubbly (at least 165°F in center) and bread crumbs are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize About 1 1/4 cups, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

CHEESY CRUNCHY NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces egg noodles
1 1/4 cups small-curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the egg noodles until al dente as per the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese and sour cream. Add plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Add to the noodles and stir. Add the Cheddar and green onions, then stir.
  • Add the contents of the bowl to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. Remove and top with the potato chips. Return to the oven and bake until golden, another 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onions, then serve.

CRISPY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from my sister-in-law after she brought it to a "dinner on the grounds" at our church.Its very easy to make and everyone could not stop saying how GOOD it was!

Provided by Angelofhiseye

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 -6 chicken breasts
chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup (or cream of soup of your choice)
1 bag frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
3 packages Ritz crackers
butter
garlic
pepper (or spices of your choice)

Steps:

  • Boil your chicken in a pot of water with the chicken broth.
  • When the chicken is done let it cool.
  • Then debone the chicken and remove the skin.
  • Cut chicken meat into bite size pieces.
  • Cook the vegetables and drain liquid.
  • In a large bowl mix chicken meat, vegetables (optional), sour cream,can of soup, and spices.
  • Place chicken mixture in 13x9 casserole dish.
  • In another bowl crush Ritz crackers into small pieces and spread over chicken mixture.
  • Place Dots of butter all over the crackers.
  • Place in oven preheated at 350* for about 45 minutes or until bubbly in the middle.
  • If crakers start to get too brown before done place a piece of tin foil over the top of chicken.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN BAKE



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We enjoy this fast all-in-one meal often. I usually have chicken on hand, but it also makes a great after-Thanksgiving meal using leftover turkey.-Patricia Sayers, Smyrna, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (6 ounces) instant chicken-flavored stuffing mix
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 tablespoons water
1 cup shredded cooked chicken or turkey

Steps:

  • Prepare the stuffing mix according to package directions; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the mixed vegetables, soup, water chestnuts and water. , Transfer to an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with the chicken and prepared stuffing. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CRUSTY CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH CHEESE BATTER



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I found this recipe in the Australian Women's Weekly Chicken Cookbook. Really tasty and easy - my family loved it, so I decided it was a keeper.

Provided by Shazzie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 onion, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup water
1 ounce butter
3 slices bacon, chopped
3 ounces mushrooms, sliced
16 ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cups chicken, cooked & diced
1/4 cup tasty cheese, grated, for final topping
1 cup self-raising flour
1 red pepper, chopped
1 green pepper, small, chopped
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup tasty cheese, grated
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Combine onion, shallots, celery and water in pan, bring to boil and simmer until onion is softened.
  • Saute bacon and mushrooms in butter for 3 minutes.
  • Combine onion mixture, bacon mixture, undiluted soup, sour cream and chicken and pour into greased ovenproof dish (8 cup capacity).
  • CHEESE BATTER:.
  • Sift flour into bowl, add peppers, eggs, cheese & milk, stir until combined.
  • Spread cheese batter over chicken mixture.
  • Bake at 350F for 40 minutes until lightly browned and firm.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and return to bake for additional 5 minutes until melted.
  • Casserole, without batter, may be prepared up to 2 days ahead and kept covered in refrigerator.
  • Not suitable for freezing or microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.9, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 134.6, Sodium 1104.2, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 16.6

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, cut the chicken breasts into uniform pieces.
  • Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large saucepan instead.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the casserole.
  • Don't overcook the pasta, as it will continue to cook in the casserole.
  • Use a combination of cheeses to create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
  • Top the casserole with bread crumbs or crushed crackers for a crispy topping.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This crunchy cheesy chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crispy topping, this casserole is a comfort food classic that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this crunchy cheesy chicken casserole a try. You won't be disappointed.

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