HEARTY VEGGIE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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I found this recipe in a cookbook we received as a wedding gift and altered it to fit my family's tastes. Now, I always cook enough extra chicken so we can have this casserole the next day. My husband and daughters rush to the table when they know it's on the menu. -Janet Applin, Gladstone, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup butter, divided
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup 2% milk
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained and quartered
2 cups seasoned stuffing cubes

Steps:

Cook vegetables according to package directions; drain. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute the onion in 1/4 cup butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Stir in the flour, sage, pepper and salt until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in the chicken, potatoes and mixed vegetables; heat through. , Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Melt the remaining butter; toss with stuffing cubes. Sprinkle over chicken mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 1060mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 27g protein.