Description
Try this creamy Cheesy Chicken Casserole with tender chicken and a golden cheese topping. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked, shredded chicken with the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Add the topping: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake the casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Serve: Once baked, let the casserole sit for 5 minutes to allow it to set. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.