Crusty Chicken Casserole With Cheese Batter Recipe

Name: Crusty Chicken Casserole With Cheese Batter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped; 2 shallots, chopped; 1 celery rib, chopped; 1/4 cup water; 1 ounce butter; 3 slices bacon, chopped; 3 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 16 ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed); 1/2 cup sour cream; 3 cups chicken, cooked & diced; 1/4 cup tasty cheese, grated, for final topping; CHEESE BATTER; 1 cup self-raising flour; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1 green pepper, small, chopped; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 1 cup tasty cheese, grated; 1/2 cup milk

Servings: persons

1 onion, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup water
1 ounce butter
3 slices bacon, chopped
3 ounces mushrooms, sliced
16 ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cups chicken, cooked & diced
1/4 cup tasty cheese, grated, for final topping
CHEESE BATTER
1 cup self-raising flour
1 red pepper, chopped
1 green pepper, small, chopped
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup tasty cheese, grated
1/2 cup milk

1
Combine onion, shallots, celery and water in pan, bring to boil and simmer until onion is softened.
2
Saute bacon and mushrooms in butter for 3 minutes.
3
Combine onion mixture, bacon mixture, undiluted soup, sour cream and chicken and pour into greased ovenproof dish (8 cup capacity).
4
CHEESE BATTER:.
5
Sift flour into bowl, add peppers, eggs, cheese & milk, stir until combined.
6
Spread cheese batter over chicken mixture.
7
Bake at 350F for 40 minutes until lightly browned and firm.
8
Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and return to bake for additional 5 minutes until melted.
9
Casserole, without batter, may be prepared up to 2 days ahead and kept covered in refrigerator.
10
Not suitable for freezing or microwave.

1090

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, chopped, 2 shallots, chopped, 1 celery rib, chopped, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Crusty Chicken Casserole With Cheese Batter falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crusty Chicken Casserole With Cheese Batter

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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