Super Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 4 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
about 1 cup
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
melted
- 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup or Cream of Mushroom Soup
10.5 ounces
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey
- 10 ounces frozen peas and carrots
thawed, about 2 cups
Directions
- 1
Cook and drain the macaroni according to the package directions
- 2
While the macaroni is cooking, heat the oven to 400°F
- 3
Stir the stuffing, Parmesan cheese and butter in a medium bowl
- 4
Stir the soup, milk, Cheddar cheese and garlic powder in an 11x8x2-inch baking dish
- 5
Stir in the cooked macaroni, chicken and peas and carrots
- 6
Season the mixture with salt and pepper
- 7
Bake for 20 minutes or until hot
- 8
Stir the chickenmixture
- 9
Sprinkle with the stuffing mixture
- 10
Bake for 10 minutes or until the stuffing mixture is golden brown
Super Chicken Casserole
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate comfort food that effortlessly brings together creamy mac and cheese, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables? This Super Chicken Casserole is your answer, offering a deeply satisfying meal that tastes like pure nostalgia, topped with a delightful crunchy layer.
What makes this Super Chicken Casserole truly special is its clever combination of familiar, comforting elements. It starts with a lusciously creamy macaroni mixture, made incredibly smooth with condensed cream of chicken or mushroom soup, which forms the heart of a hearty one-dish meal. The addition of cooked chicken and thawed peas and carrots transforms simple mac and cheese into a complete, balanced dinner.
When you dive into this casserole, you can expect a symphony of textures and flavors. The macaroni is enveloped in a rich, savory, and incredibly creamy sauce, highlighted by the subtle tang of Parmesan and the sharp bite of Cheddar. Each spoonful delivers tender pieces of chicken or turkey, complemented by the sweetness of peas and carrots. The real showstopper, however, is the golden-brown, crunchy stuffing topping that bakes to perfection, adding an irresistible textural contrast to the soft, creamy interior.
This recipe is incredibly adaptable, making it perfect for using up what you have on hand. Feel free to swap the chicken for cooked turkey, especially after holidays. If cream of chicken soup isn't in your pantry, cream of mushroom soup works beautifully to create that signature creamy base. For extra vegetables, consider adding corn or green beans alongside the peas and carrots.
Perfect for a cozy family dinner on a busy weeknight, this Super Chicken Casserole truly shines as a standalone meal. Serve it straight from the oven for maximum warmth and comfort.