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.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Sprinkle flour over the cooked vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, remaining salt and black pepper, shredded chicken, frozen peas, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is evenly combined.

Step 8

Pour the creamy chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this creamy and comforting dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1937.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3145.8

Total Fat 190.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 751.8mg	0%
Sodium 6448.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 187.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1123.3mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 1786.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 20.6%