Creamy Country Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Country Chicken Casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, shredded, and nestled into a rich, velvety sauce made with sautéed vegetables, chicken broth, heavy cream, and melty cheddar cheese. A crispy breadcrumb and parsley topping adds the perfect crunch to every bite. This casserole is baked to bubbly, golden-brown perfection and brimming with wholesome ingredients like carrots, celery, and peas. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, it's an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect as a centerpiece for cozy weeknight dinners—or as a dish to share—this creamy, comforting casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 units celery stalks, diced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 unit cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet, let cool slightly, and shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are softened.
Sprinkle flour over the cooked vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, remaining salt and black pepper, shredded chicken, frozen peas, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
Pour the creamy chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this creamy and comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.0 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.9 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 752 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 6448 mg | 280% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 187.7 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1123 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1786 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
