Best 14 Grandmas Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to finding the best grandma's chicken casserole recipe! This comforting and nostalgic dish holds a special place in our hearts, reminding us of family gatherings and warm childhood memories. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, our carefully curated collection of recipes will guide you towards creating a mouthwatering casserole that will impress your loved ones. From classic family recipes passed down through generations to innovative variations with modern twists, we have something for everyone. So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect grandma's chicken casserole recipe that will become a cherished tradition in your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Add a home-baked touch to weekend dinners with this comfort-food classic. Using just a few simple ingredients, this casserole has the taste of a beloved family recipe.

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 cans (284 mL each) cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 cups panko crispy bread crumbs or any dry stuffing mix
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken in bottom of ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Spoon soup evenly over chicken and top with shredded cheese.
  • In medium bowl stir together melted butter and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 8 servings, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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From Grandma Smith. From this recipe, I make one large casserole and one 8-inch round casserole. I think the recipe could be halved easily, but when making for myself, I freeze one casserole for later use. Freezes well.

Provided by kellyclark82

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
water to cover
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans mixed vegetables (such as Veg-All®), drained
2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
2 tablespoons butter, cubed, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place chicken breasts in a large pot; cover with water. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool, 5 to 10 minutes. Chop into small pieces.
  • Mix chicken, canned vegetables, chicken soup, sour cream, water chestnuts, onion, and Cheddar cheese in a large bowl. Pour into a large baking dish. Sprinkle crushed crackers over the top and dot with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the filling starts to bubble and the topping browns, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 839 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND DRESSING CASSEROLE



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This is a very good casserole! It makes a wonderful warming and filling meal.

Provided by sgrishka

Categories     Main Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 chicken breasts (or one 3 lb. broiler or fryer, cut up)
1 stalk celery, halved
1 small onion, halved
Salt to taste
1 large skillet cornbread (your favorite recipe)
1 sleeve saltine crackers, crushed
8 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 stick butter (4 ounces)
1 bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 to 2 teaspoons Sage
salt and pepper to taste
2 14-oz cans chicken broth (low sodium)
2 10-oz cans cream of chicken soup, diluted with 2 cans water

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, celery stalk and small onion with enough water to cover in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot. Add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat, and simmer about 1 hour or until tender. Transfer chicken to a large bowl and cool briefly; Strain and reserve broth. Remove skin and bones from chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces. Saute chopped bell pepper, onion and celery in butter until translucent and tender. Crumble cornbread in a large bowl; add crackers, eggs and sauted vegetables. Add sage and season with salt and pepper to taste. To reserved broth, add canned chicken broth and diluted soup; mix well. Combine liquid, cornbread mix, and chopped chicken; mix well. Pour into a large, lightly greased, casserole or baking dish and bake in 400 degree oven until set and golden brown, about 35-45 minutes. Makes about six to eight servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1078 calories, Fat 30.883405 g, Carbohydrate 14.82388 g, Cholesterol 657.90875 mg, Fiber 1.48362503391504 g, Protein 173.6966625 g, SaturatedFat 12.5459875 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (1000g), Sodium 1341.061 mg, Sugar 13.340254966085 g, TransFat 4.961865 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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When it comes to weeknight dinner, casseroles are king. This super-simple, five-ingredient chicken casserole recipe comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully. It's sure to be your quick-meal go to for at-home dinners and a reliable favorite for bake-and-take potluck dinners.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 cups Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken evenly in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon and spread soup evenly over chicken; sprinkle with cheese.
  • In medium bowl, stir bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over cheese. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown and thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

GRANDMA'S CHEESY BROCCOLI & CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is down home comfort food at it's finest. It was the only way my grams or mom could get me to eat my broccoli while growing up. These days I use brown rice for a lower carb, healthier version. Sometimes I also use chicken thigh instead of breast because it's so much more tender. I hope you love it was much as I do.

Provided by Bitter Moon

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli
4 cups cooked rice
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
10 3/4 ounces milk
1 lb chicken breast
6 ounces Cheese Whiz
1/2 cup onion
1/2 cup green pepper
1/2 cup celery
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ounces flour
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Chop onions, green peppers, and celery into small pieces.
  • Fry chopped vegetables in half of the vegetable oil.
  • Cube chicken.
  • Flour and salt the chicken cubes and brown in remaining oil--add more if needed.
  • Add mushroom soup and milk and stir until mixed.
  • Butter a large baking dish
  • Add chicken mixture, cooked rice, broccoli, and remaining vegetables.
  • Stir, cover, and cook 45min in 350 degree oven.
  • Uncover, top with Cheese Whiz, return to over for 5 to 10 minutes--until cheese is completely melted.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe I improvised when I was yearning for a chicken casserole like my Grandma used to make. You can taste the healthy goodness it! Perfect supper food for this time of year! I love this served with grilled asparagus and a baked potato.

Provided by paulbarton69

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Start by heating the butter and oil in a large saucepan. Add the chopped vegetables and soften.
  • Add the diced chicked and fresh sage leaves (not the stalks), and cook until golden brown
  • Remove from heat and add flour to soak up all the veg and chicken juices, then add water, chicken stock, and a bay leaf. Season to taste, and transfer to a casserole dish.
  • Cook in a preheated oven, 180c, for about an hour.
  • You could also add sweetcorn about halfway through the oven cooking time for some extra taste and colour, and it also works really well if you add dumplings!

GRANDMA'S TATER TOT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Over the years I have received so many request for this recipe, so here it is. This is a recipe passed down to me from my grandmother. I'm not sure where it originated from, but she put her own special touches to it and man is it mouth-watering. I could eat this for a week straight and each day it taste better than the day before.

Provided by keather

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 boneless chicken breasts
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
milk (optional)
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
24 ounces frozen tater tots

Steps:

  • Boil chicken, celery, onion in 3 cups of water.
  • Remove chicken when cooked through and dice into bite size pieces.
  • Remove celery and onions from pot, but keep the stock in pot.
  • Continue boiling stock from chicken, celery and onions until it reduces to 1 cup (if you reduce stock to less than 1 cup, not a problem, add milk to measuring cup with stock to equal 1 cup).
  • Stir together in a bowl chicken, onion, celery, frozen peas, Miracle Whip, cream of chicken soup and 1 cup of reduced stock.
  • Pour chicken mixture into greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 2 cups shredded cheese (I've tried other cheeses, but cheddar seems to hit the spot for me).
  • Top with tater tots.
  • Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.4, Fat 38.6, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 89.9, Sodium 1174.7, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 30.2

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This chicken and rice casserole is one of my favorite recipes from my grandmother. It makes great leftover meals, too, perfect for someone with a busy lifestyle.

Provided by Josh Butler

Categories     Chicken and Rice Casserole

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon butter
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup cooked rice
1 cup diced celery
¾ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
4 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced onion
½ cup cornflake crumbs
½ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11x7-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Stir chicken, soup, rice, celery, salad dressing, eggs, lemon juice, and onion together in a large bowl. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with cornflake crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds and bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 192.1 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 685.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

GRANDMA'S KITCHEN CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Grandma's Kitchen Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Baking Bunny

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 1/3 cups water
1 cup long grain rice
1 teaspoon dried dill, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (3 lb) package chicken pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup crushed multi-grain cracker
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degree. Combine undiluted soup, water, rice, 3/4 tsp dill, and black pepper in a 13x9 dish, mix well.
  • Remove skin from chicken pieces, discard skin.
  • Arrange chicken pieces on top of rice mixture. Cover tightly with aluminum foil, bake for 45 minutes.
  • Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat, remove from heat. Add crushed crackers, paprika, and remaining dill to butter. Stir until blended.
  • Sprinkle cracker mixture on top of chicken pieces, bake (uncovered) until chicken is tender and rice cooked (approx. 5-10 mins longer). Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736, Fat 41.7, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 176.6, Sodium 736.1, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.5, Protein 43.8

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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This grandma's chicken and broccoli casserole is easy, creamy, and delicious. Always a crowd-pleaser!

Provided by jessleelalynn

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
1 cup frozen chopped onions, thawed
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 (12 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
4 large cooked chicken breasts, shredded
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
6 ounces processed cheese sauce (such as Cheez Whiz®)
1 cup uncooked instant rice (such as Minute®)
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Chop broccoli florets into smaller pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Add shredded chicken, condensed soup, cheese sauce, uncooked rice, water, and sauteed vegetables. Mix thoroughly and transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 137.7 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 42.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 950.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

GRANDMA'S HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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This recipe is a friend's grandma's recipe and is absolutely the best hash brown casserole I've ever had. Kentucky grandmas sure know how to cook!

Provided by missbutterbean

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup melted butter
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup crushed cornflakes
½ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix hash browns, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, butter, onion, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle on top. Drizzle butter over the cornflakes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 523.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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I can remember my grandmother making this since I was little. It is great and uses ingredients that we almost always have on hand.

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rice (cooked in 2 cups salted water, according to directions)
1/4 cup dried chopped onion
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (8 ounce) jar Cheez Whiz
1 (12 ounce) package frozen broccoli, cooked
2 cups canned chicken

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and place in 9 x 13 pan.
  • Cook at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • This is a great use for leftover rice.
  • Optional: Sprinkle a little Mrs. Dash on the top for added flavor.
  • Try different veggies, or add things like mushrooms, etc. for a different twist.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND DRESSING



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Progresso™ chicken broth provides a simple addition to this hearty dish that's baked using chicken, cornbread and white bread. A classic casserole recipe that's perfect for your family dinner menu.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 deli rotisserie chicken (2 lb), skinned, boned and shredded (about 4 cups)
6 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread
8 slices (1 oz each) firm white bread, torn
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 cans (10 3/4 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 eggs, slightly beaten
2 teaspoons ground sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400° F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir together all ingredients except butter. Spoon mixture into baking dish. Dot evenly with butter.
  • Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1720 mg

OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup flour
salt and pepper
6 tablespoons butter
1 (4 lb) chicken, cut up or 1 (4 lb) chicken breasts
6 carrots, peeled and chopped
8 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 onions, peeled and chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 sprig thyme
6 tablespoons flour
3 cups milk
freshly grated nutmeg
parsley, to garnish

Steps:

  • Mix flour, salt and pepper in a bag, add the chicken and shake to coat well.
  • Brown a few pieces at a time in the butter in a skillet.
  • Remove to a 3 QT baking dish, reserving the drippings.
  • Add the carrots, potatoes and onions to the baking dish.
  • Pour the chicken broth over and add the thyme.
  • Bake, covered at 350*F for 45 minutes.
  • Stir 6 TBs flour into the reserved drippings, adding additional butter if necessary.
  • Cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until medium brown, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in the milk.
  • Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Pour the gravy over the chicken and vegetables and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes longer.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.

Tips for a Perfect Chicken Casserole:

1. Use High-Quality Ingredients: Always start with fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Opt for organic or free-range chicken, and use fresh vegetables whenever possible. 2. Brown the Chicken: Browning the chicken before adding it to the casserole adds depth of flavor and creates a delicious crust. Simply season the chicken with salt and pepper and sear it in a hot skillet until golden brown on all sides. 3. Layer the Casserole Properly: Layer the ingredients in the casserole dish in a way that ensures even cooking and maximum flavor. Start with a layer of cooked chicken, then add vegetables, sauce, and finally, top it off with cheese or breadcrumbs. 4. Use a Variety of Vegetables: Don't be afraid to use a variety of vegetables in your chicken casserole. This will add color, texture, and nutrients to the dish. Some great choices include broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and corn. 5. Season Generously: Season each layer of the casserole generously with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. This will help enhance the flavors and make the dish more flavorful. 6. Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the casserole in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown and bubbly. The internal temperature of the casserole should reach 165°F (74°C) to ensure that the chicken is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Chicken casserole is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and cheesy topping, it's a dish that is sure to please everyone. By following the tips mentioned above, you can create a delicious and satisfying chicken casserole that will be a hit at your next family gathering or potluck dinner. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find your perfect combination, and enjoy the process of creating a homemade meal that will warm your heart and fill your belly!

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