Pierogi Chicken Bake

Turn comfort food up a notch with this irresistible Pierogi Chicken Bake! This creamy, cheesy casserole combines tender shredded chicken and hearty potato-and-cheese pierogi, all smothered in a rich sauce made from cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of garlic and paprika. Topped with melty cheddar and Parmesan, this baked delight boasts a golden, bubbly finish that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With minimal prep time and a handful of simple ingredients, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner or potluck dish. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of flavor, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Ideal for those craving comforting chicken casseroles, pierogi recipes, or easy baked meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 pieces Frozen potato and cheese pierogi
• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large microwave-safe bowl, soften the cream cheese slightly by heating it for 20-30 seconds. Stir until smooth.

Step 3

Add the sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cream cheese. Whisk together until well combined and creamy.

Step 4

In the prepared baking dish, arrange the frozen pierogi in a single layer.

Step 5

Scatter the shredded chicken evenly over the pierogi.

Step 6

Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chicken and pierogi, ensuring everything is coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly across the top.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2853.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5991.6

Total Fat 282.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 154.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 1125.6mg	0%
Sodium 10585.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 518.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 56.7g
Protein 313.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.8IU	0%
Calcium 2685.3mg	0%
Iron 31.1mg	0%
Potassium 4896.1mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 35.3%