Ultimate Chicken and Potato Casserole with Creamy Goodness
This Chicken and Potato Casserole with Cream of Chicken Soup delivers comfort and flavor, making it a perfect dinner choice for your family gatherings.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- - Skillet
- - Large bowl
Ingredients
For the Creamy Base
- 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Campbell's is highly recommended for thickness.
- 1 can Cream of Potato Soup Adds an extra layer of flavor.
- 0.75 cup Sour Cream Contributes tanginess and smooth texture.
- 1 cup Milk Opt for whole or 2%.
For Seasoning and Flavor
- 0.5 tsp Poultry Seasoning Enhances chicken flavor; thyme or rosemary are substitutes.
- 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for more intensity.
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Adds a mild kick.
For the Casserole Components
- 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese Use sharp cheddar for extra flavor.
- 1 cup Mixed Vegetables Birds Eye recommended.
- 0.75 cup Thick-Cut Bacon Cook until crispy.
- 0.25 cup Onion Finely diced.
- 4 cups Chicken Cooked and shredded, rotisserie saves time.
- 5 pieces Potatoes Peeled and cubed to ½-inch.
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Finely shredded for quick melting.
- 1.25 cups Fried Onions Added towards the end for texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into ½-inch cubes; finely dice the onion.
- Cook the thick-cut bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble it.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of potato soup, sour cream, milk, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Gently fold in the potatoes, shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, crumbled bacon, and diced onion.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from the oven, uncover, and sprinkle with remaining cheddar, mozzarella cheese, and fried onions.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the onions are golden.
- Allow the casserole to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, serve with homemade croutons on top. Ensure all ingredients are well mixed.