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Kid-Friendly Chicken Casserole Even Picky Eaters Love baked golden and creamy in a casserole dish
Emma Carter

Kid-Friendly Chicken Casserole Even Picky Eaters Love

A creamy baked chicken casserole with tender pasta, mild flavors, and a golden topping that kids and adults both enjoy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast
  • 2 cups uncooked pasta
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta in salted water until slightly firm, then drain well.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and stir in flour, cooking until smooth.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thick and creamy.
  5. Stir in salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  6. In a large bowl, combine chicken, pasta, vegetables, and cheese.
  7. Pour sauce over mixture and stir until evenly coated.
  8. Spread mixture into baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  10. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 320gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2100IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rotisserie chicken can be used to save time.
Assemble ahead and refrigerate for up to one day before baking.
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