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Classic Chicken Casserole

Name: Classic Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 38 min
Total time: 58 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 pcs yellow onion diced; 1 pcs celery diced; 500 g cooked chicken shredded; 298 g condensed cream of mushroom soup; 240 ml chicken broth; 1 tsp dried sage (optional); 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 cup cracker crumb; 1 cup cracker crumb; 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted

A comforting and easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy mushroom sauce. A buttery, crushed cracker topping adds a satisfying crunch to this classic American dish.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 58 min
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 458 kcal

Allergen information: may contain celery and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

casserole

2 tbspunsalted butter
1 pcsyellow onion, diced
1 pcscelery, diced
500 gcooked chicken, shredded
298 gcondensed cream of mushroom soup
240 mlchicken broth
1 tspdried sage(optional)
0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
0.5 tspsalt
1 cupcracker crumb

topping

1 cupcracker crumb
4 tbspunsalted butter, melted

Equipment

large_bowl · skillet · baking_dish · cutting_board · knife · oven

The method

Step by step

1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
About 2 min
2
Melt the butter for the casserole in a large skillet over medium heat.
About 1 min
3
Add the diced onion and celery to the skillet.
4
Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened, then remove the skillet from the heat.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Cooking the vegetables first prevents them from being crunchy in the finished casserole.
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, the sautéed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, dried sage, salt, and pepper.
About 2 min
6
Stir in the cracker crumbs designated for the casserole until everything is evenly combined.
About 2 min
7
Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
About 1 min
8
In a separate small bowl, mix together the cracker crumbs for the topping with the melted butter until the crumbs are fully coated.
About 1 min
9
Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
About 1 min
10
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
About 28 min
11
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Resting allows the casserole to set slightly, making it easier to serve.

Per serving

Nutrition

59%Score

Calories: 457.8kcal
Protein: 28.8g
Carbs: 27.5g
Fat: 25.7g
Fibre: 2.2g
Sugar: 3g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat individual portions in the microwave or place the casserole in a 175°C (350°F) oven until warmed through.