Deliciously Cheesy Crumb Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Deliciously Cheesy Crumb Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Casserole; 3 cups diced leftover chicken or lemon herb rotisserie chicken; 1 1/2 cups brooccoli cuts, steamed lightly; 1/2 cup sliced canned mushrooms, drained; 1 1/2 cups cream of mushroom soup, undiluted; 1 1/2 cups cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1/4 cup milk; 2 teaspoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons Itallian seasoning; 2 teaspoons sea salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 ounces Rotini pasta, cooked al dente, drained; 2 tablespoons butter for buttering casserole dish; Cheesy Crumb Topping; 12 stale multi-grain Italian loaf slices; 6 Sharp American Cheese Slices

Servings: persons

Casserole
3 cups diced leftover chicken or lemon herb rotisserie chicken
1 1/2 cups brooccoli cuts, steamed lightly
1/2 cup sliced canned mushrooms, drained
1 1/2 cups cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 1/2 cups cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons Itallian seasoning
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces Rotini pasta, cooked al dente, drained
2 tablespoons butter for buttering casserole dish
Cheesy Crumb Topping
12 stale multi-grain Italian loaf slices
6 Sharp American Cheese Slices

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees.", "Butter casserole dish with 2 tablespoons butter.", "In large mixing bowl combine diced chicken, broccoli cuts, mushroom, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, 1/4 cup milk melted butter, Italian seasoning, sea salt and black pepper.
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Stir lightly until combined. Add pasta and mix well. Pour into a 4 quart buttered casserole dish. Set aside.", "Place cheese slices while still in wrappers in freezer while you prepare the bread.", "Take the bread slices and tear into pieces and place in mixing bowl. Each slice should be torn into 4 to 6 pieces", "When all are torn remove cheese slices from freezer and unwrap.", ". Place 1/2 of torn bread pieces in food processor. Take 3 slices cheese, tear into 6 pieces and place on top of bread. Process for 1 to 2 minutes until bread is chopped into fine crumbs and cheese is integrated into crumbs. Remove from processor and repeat with remaining bread and cheese.", "After all bread and cheese is processed, spread crumb mixture over prepared casserole. Crumb topping should be about 1 to 2 inches thick on top of casserole.", "Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.", "Variations include substituting any vegetables for broccoli such as carrots, green peas, etc. Celery can be substituted for mushrooms or added for an extra layer of flavor. Experiment and make it your family's own."]

1363

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Casserole, 3 cups diced leftover chicken or lemon herb rotisserie chicken, 1 1/2 cups brooccoli cuts, steamed lightly, 1/2 cup sliced canned mushrooms, drained, and more.

Yes, Deliciously Cheesy Crumb Chicken Casserole 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.

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Deliciously Cheesy Crumb Chicken Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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