Description
Cheesy Chicken Casserole is a delightful, comforting dish featuring tender chicken and pasta, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make casserole comes together quickly and is sure to impress the whole family with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups medium shells uncooked
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion finely diced
- ⅓ cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1⅓ cups milk
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 3 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 4 ounces canned mild green chiles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the shells al dente according to the package directions.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and red bell pepper, cooking until tender for about 5 minutes. Stir in the chili powder and seasoned salt.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, onion mixture, milk, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well. Stir in the cooked chicken, green chiles, and the cooked pasta.
- Spread the mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Substitute chicken with turkey for a different flavor profile.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg