Southern Baked Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Southern Baked Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups milk; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Tabasco; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken; 1/2 cup finely chopped pimentos (from a 4-ounce jar); 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (4 ounces)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Tabasco
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup finely chopped pimentos (from a 4-ounce jar)
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (4 ounces)

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
In a large saucepan, melt the butter in the oil.
3
Add the onion, bell pepper and celery and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes.
4
Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
5
Add the milk and whisk until combined.
6
Simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes.
7
Season the mixture with salt, pepper and Tabasco.
8
Remove from the heat and stir in the mayonnaise, chicken and pimentos.
9
Transfer the chicken mixture to a 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
10
Scatter the crushed crackers on top.
11
Bake for about 45 minutes, until the casserole is golden and bubbling.
12
Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

784

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Southern Baked 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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Southern Baked Chicken Casserole

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