CURRIED CHICKEN AND GRITS CASSEROLE

Curried Chicken and Grits Casserole image

Southern-style cheesy grits meet curry and loads of vegetables to make a satisfying casserole that blankets the house with an inviting aroma. -Lori Shamszadeh, Fairhope, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup water
1-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup quick-cooking grits
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken and mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups refrigerated diced potatoes with onion

Steps:

Bring water, 1 cup broth and salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir 5-6 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir a small amount of grits into eggs. Return all to pan, stirring constantly. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese and butter; stir until melted., Preheat oven to 350°. Combine soup, mayonnaise, curry powder and remaining broth in a large bowl. Add vegetable blend, chicken and potatoes; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with grits; sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake, uncovered, 50-55 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629 calories, Fat 53g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 1094mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.