~ CRUNCHY CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE ~

~ Crunchy Cheesy Chicken Casserole ~ image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and cubed
1/2 lb bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1 c each - frozen corn, thawed & thin sliced celery
salt & pepper to taste
10 3/4 oz can, cream of chicken soup
1 c sour cream
1 Tbsp dried parsley
1/2 c green onion, sliced - tops too
3 - 4 clove garlic, minced
1 c shredded, sharp cheddar cheese & 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese
1/3 c melted, butter
1 1/2 c seasoned, panko crumbs

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray an 11 x 7 baking dish with non stick cooking spray or grease. Cook bacon crisp and drain, crumble. Par cook celery in microwave, until tender crisp, or could saute in a little butter for a few minutes. If you like it on the crispy side, can add it raw. I prefer to par cook for a few minutes.
2. In a medium sized bowl, stir together the chicken, bacon, celery, onion, salt, pepper, sour cream, soup, corn, parsley and garlic, mix well.
3. Spread into prepared baking dish.
4. Top with cheese and bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and beginning to bubble.
5. In a bowl, add melted butter and Panko crumbs - toss to coat well. Spread over cheese, evenly.
6. Place back into the oven and continue baking for another 15 - 20 minutes or until bubbly and crumbs begin to golden.
7. Serve hot. This was delicious!