Description
Creamy Chicken Salad Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce. This dish not only fills your home with a delightful aroma but also brings family and friends together around the dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings, this casserole is easy to make and sure to be a hit. Once you try it, you’ll understand why it’s a beloved favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes each side). Remove from heat and let cool slightly before shredding.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped vegetables, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg