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HEARTY CHICKEN BAKE



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I got this from a favorite brand names recipe site and have been making it about once a month. My family loves it and usually so does everyone else I make it for. It is definitely a comfort food! I switch the veggies sometimes as well so it seems like a new dish. Very good.

Provided by OceanLuvinGranny

Categories     Chicken

Time 48m

Yield 1 casserole, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 1/3 cups French's French fried onions, divided (sometimes, I use the cheese flavored ones)
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (10 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained (sometimes I cook broccoli and use that instead, 1 1/4 )
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken and mushroom soup (if you can't find that, use regular cream of chicken soup)
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • In medium bowl, combine mashed potatoes, 1/2 c cheese and 2/3 french fried onions.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Spoon potato mixture into greased 2 Qr. casserole.
  • Using back of spoon, spread potatoes across bottom and up sided of dish to form a shell.
  • In large bowl, combine chicken, veggies, soup, milk and seasonings.
  • Pour into potato shell.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.
  • Top with remaining 1/2 c cheese and 2/3 c french fried onions.
  • Bake uncovered 3 minutes longer or until onions are golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.6, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 74.3, Sodium 803.7, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.3, Protein 25.6

HEARTY CHICKEN BAKE



HEARTY CHICKEN BAKE image

Categories     Chicken     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Casserole/Gratin     Winter     Healthy

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 Cups mashed potatoes
1 c. chedder cheese
1/4 c fried onions-frenches dried
10 oz frozen mixed vegtaqbles
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teas garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine cooked potatoes, 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 onions. Mix thoroughly. Spoon into greased 1 1/2 quart casserole spreading across bottom and up sides to form a shell. Combine chicken, vegetables, soup, milk and seasonings. Pour into potato shell. Bake uncovered 30 minutes. Top with remaining cheese and onions. Bake uncovered 3 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

HEARTY CHICKEN BAKE



Hearty Chicken Bake image

A great go-to when food supplies at my house are dwindling. It's also easy to change up the ingredients depending on taste preferences.

Provided by K J

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 32

RICE PREP
1½ c uncooked white jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
2¼ c chicken broth
MEAT PREP
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes
1-2 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground pepper
½ tsp rubbed sage
¼ - ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 dash(es) ground nutmeg
½ c sweet onion, finely chopped
1 sm can(s) sliced mushrooms, drained and chopped
½ bell pepper, chopped and divided
CREAMY SOUP BASE
½ c celery, chopped
2 c frozen broccoli florets (do not thaw) or
2 stalk(s) fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite sized pieces
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite sized pieces
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
1 c mayonnaise (i use the olive oil kind)
4 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 tsp ground black pepper
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp celery salt
¼ tsp celery seeds
TOPPING
½ c shredded sharp cheddar
1 tube(s) ritz crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • 1. RICE PREP
  • 2. Bring chicken stock to a boil over medium high heat in a large sauce pan. Stir in rice, bring to a boil then cover and turn heat to low.
  • 3. Let simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let rest, covered, for a minimum of 5 minutes, but preferably until ready to use.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease an 11x15" baking dish.
  • 5. MEAT PREP
  • 6. While rice is cooking: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring for about 3 minutes, or until they start to brown slightly.
  • 7. Turn burner to medium high and add chicken and seasonings, stirring to mix and spreading into a single layer. Allow to cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes, or until the bottom of the chicken is lightly browned.
  • 8. Add in the onion and half of the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked, about 3-5 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside.
  • 9. CREAMY SOUP BASE
  • 10. While chicken and rice are resting: In a large mixing bowl, combine soups, mayonnaise, 3½ cups of cheese and seasonings and mix thoroughly.
  • 11. To the bowl, add the celery, broccoli, asparagus and remainder of the the bell pepper, and chicken mixture, stir well to combine.
  • 12. Add rice and chicken mixture to the bowl and mix gently to combine. Dump the contents into the baking dish and spread evenly.
  • 13. TOPPING
  • 14. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup of cheese and top evenly with the crushed Ritz crackers.
  • 15. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crunchy. Let sit for at least 5 minutes and enjoy :)

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