Crouton Chicken Casserole
A simple and comforting casserole featuring tender chicken in a creamy sauce, all baked under a crunchy layer of cheese and seasoned croutons. This dish is a classic weeknight dinner that comes together quickly with minimal effort.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 541 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
- 450 gboneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2.5cm (1-inch) cubes
- 300 gcondensed cream of mushroom soup
- 240 mlmilk
- 30 mldry sherry(optional)
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, ground
- 0.25 tspsalt
- 120 gcheddar cheese, shredded
- 140 gseasoned crouton
Equipment
large bowl · spatula · cutting board · knife · oven · baking dish · aluminum foil
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a 2-quart (approx. 20x20cm or 8x8 inch) baking dish.
About 2 min
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, condensed soup, milk, salt, pepper, and optional dry sherry.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Stir until everything is well-mixed to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
- 3
Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
About 1 min
- 4
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
About 1 min
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
About 30 min
- 6
Carefully remove the dish from the oven and discard the foil.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Use oven mitts, as the dish and steam will be very hot.
- 7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole, followed by the croutons.
About 2 min
- 8
Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: The casserole is ready when the sauce is bubbly and the croutons are golden brown.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Resting allows the sauce to thicken slightly, making it easier to serve.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 540.7kcal
- Protein
- 48.2g
- Carbs
- 26.2g
- Fat
- 25.7g
- Fibre
- 2.5g
- Sugar
- 5.3g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or in a 175°C (350°F) oven until warmed through.