Best 6 Yummy Cheezy Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Have you ever had a cravings for a cheesy, comforting dish that is sure to please everyone at your table? If so, then you need to try "Yummy Cheesy Chicken Casserole." In this delightful recipe, tender chicken is smothered in a creamy cheese sauce, then topped with a crispy breadcrumb topping. The result is a flavorful entree that is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering dish that is sure to become a family favorite. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!

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

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

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

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

25 CHICKEN CASSEROLES YOUR FAMILY WILL LOVE



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Need some new dinner ideas? Try these chicken casserole recipes! From chicken pot pie to hash brown chicken to chicken enchilada, these foolproof meals will delight everyone at the table.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 25

Crack Chicken Casserole
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
No-Peek Chicken
Nacho Casserole
Hash Brown Chicken Casserole
Creamy Swiss Chicken Bake
Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Tortilla Casserole
Chicken Zucchini Casserole Recipe
Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole Recipe
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole
Farmhouse Chicken Cornbread Casserole
Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole
Cheesy Baked Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Lemon Chicken Rice Casserole
Creamy Chicken u0026amp; Broccoli Divan Casserole
Easy Southern-Style Chicken Divan Casserole
Chicken and Dumplings Casserole
Broccoli Chicken Casserole
Keto Tuscan Chicken Casserole
Healthy Cashew Chicken Casserole
Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
Keto Chicken Cauliflower Casserole

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a chicken casserole in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

TRIPLE CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I made this cheesy chicken casserole recipe by accident, but it turned into a very happy accident! I thought I was adding sour cream but wasn't paying any attention and ended up adding cream cheese. I will never make it with sour cream again it was so good!

Provided by Rebecca

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
½ cup mayonnaise, or more to taste
3 breast, bone removeds cooked boneless chicken breasts, chopped
1 ½ sleeves vegetable-flavored buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)
½ cup margarine, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise together. Mix well and add chicken; make sure cream cheese is fully incorporated. Put into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Crush crackers and sprinkle evenly over top of chicken. Dot margarine evenly over crushed up crackers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is browned and casserole is bubbling, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 887.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This cheesy chicken casserole is so delicious and easy to fix but it may take some time out of your day but its worth it! Everyone in my family loved am 13 and with the help of my mother it turned out GREAT! I hope you and your family enjoy! This was from my grandmother in Panama (a Spanish country above South America) which she let me try and share this with others.

Provided by k dfhdyhfdhfhfj

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sliced carrots
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can broth, from cooked chicken
1 (1 ounce) can chopped pimiento
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 cups diced cooked chicken (about 4 chicken breasts)

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup salted water to a boil; add fresh carrot slices.
  • Cover; simmer until not quite tender, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in flour and then add broth, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
  • Set 3/4 cup cheese aside.
  • Add remaining cheese into thickened soup mixture.
  • Stir until cheese melts.
  • Stir in chicken, carrots and pimento.
  • Pour into 1 1/2- quart casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle reserved cheese over top.
  • Bake for 40-35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.3, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 130.1, Sodium 634.1, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 34.9

Tips:

  • Use a large casserole dish to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly cooked. Choose a glass baking dish for easy monitoring.
  • For a more flavorful casserole, use a combination of white and dark meat chicken. Shredded rotisserie chicken is a time-saving alternative.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese! Use a generous amount of cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese or a blend of both for a rich and cheesy sauce.
  • Add a touch of heat with diced jalapeños or chili powder. You can also use smoked paprika for a subtle smokiness.
  • Toppings: Crunchy tortilla chips, crushed potato chips, or crispy bacon bits add texture and flavor to the casserole. Sprinkle some fresh chopped parsley, cilantro or chives for a pop of color.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Chicken Casserole is a comforting and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or even as a potluck dish. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken and cheesy goodness, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and toppings to create your own unique variation of this classic casserole. Enjoy!

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