Baked Cheesy Chicken Casserole (Easy and Creamy)
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Baked Cheesy Chicken Casserole (Easy and Creamy). Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish combines tender chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and layers of gooey cheese for a meal that’s both satisfying and heartwarming. You’ll love how quickly it comes together—just 10 minutes of prep and about 30 minutes in the oven! This casserole is not only kid-friendly but also versatile; easily customizable with your favorite veggies or spices. Whether you’re preparing it for family dinner or meal prep, this dish guarantees leftovers will be scarce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Stir in half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese into the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg