Creamy Chicken Potato Casserole 🍗🥔

This comforting Chicken Potato Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. The creamy filling and tender potatoes come together beautifully, making it a crowd-pleaser that's sure to warm your heart and stomach. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for an extra twist!

Ingredients

For the casserole

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the creamy sauce

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Mix until well blended.

🥄 This creamy sauce will add richness to your casserole while keeping the chicken and vegetables moist during baking.

• Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

• Spread half of the shredded chicken over the potatoes, followed by half of the chopped onion and half of the frozen vegetables.

• Pour half of the creamy sauce over the first layer, then sprinkle with half of the thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.

• Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients, finishing with the remaining creamy sauce on top.

• Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the potatoes are tender.

🔥 Keep an eye on the cheese in the last few minutes of baking to prevent it from burning!

Variations

• Vegetarian: Substitute the chicken with cooked chickpeas or lentils and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a meat-free option. 🌱
• Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some chopped jalapeños for a kick of heat! 🌶️
• Herbed: Mix in fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley to elevate the flavor profile. 🌿
• One-dish meal: Add more nutrition by mixing in additional chopped veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, or spinach before layering.

Serve this delicious Chicken Potato Casserole hot, and watch it disappear from your dinner table! Enjoy with a side salad for a complete meal. 🍽️✨