“Made this last Christmas for a Christmas party…. had to turn around a few hours later to make another batch”

Company Chicken Casserole

This satisfying and hearty casserole is ideal for serving a group. Featuring tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and a crispy topping, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients:

Casserole:

Ingredient	Quantity
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts	4
Olive oil	2 tablespoons
Onion, chopped	1
Garlic, minced	2 cloves
Bell pepper, chopped	1
Sliced mushrooms	1 cup
Frozen peas	1 cup
Frozen corn kernels	1 cup
Cream of chicken soup	1 can (10.5 oz)
Chicken broth	1 cup
Sour cream	1 cup
Shredded cheddar cheese	1 cup
Salt and pepper	To taste

Topping:

Ingredient	Quantity
Crushed butter crackers	2 cups
Melted butter	¼ cup

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Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prepare Dish:
   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook Chicken:
   Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables:
   In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms until tender.
4. Mix Casserole Base:
   In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, peas, corn, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly.
5. Assemble:
   Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Arrange the cooked chicken breasts on top.
6. Prepare Topping:
   Mix crushed butter crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
7. Bake:
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the topping has turned golden brown.
8. Serve:
   Let it cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley.