Description
This Chicken and Green Bean Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh green beans, and a creamy mushroom sauce, it’s topped with melted cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions for added texture and flavor. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this casserole delivers a classic combination with a satisfying homemade touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, fresh green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy filling.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.
- First Bake: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld.
- Add Crispy Onions: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the crispy fried onions on top for a crunchy crust.
- Final Bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the crispy fried onions have turned golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly and enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use cooked, shredded chicken from leftover roasted or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Fresh green beans can be lightly steamed before mixing if you prefer a softer texture.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences and dietary needs.
- The crispy fried onions add great texture but can be replaced with breadcrumbs or omitted for a less crunchy topping.
- If you want a richer casserole, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream.
