Description
This Cheesy Chicken Casserole brings irresistible flavor and comforting goodness to your table. Made with tender chicken, cheesy goodness, and simple ingredients, it’s perfect for quick dinners that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups medium shells uncooked
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion finely diced
- ⅓ cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1⅓ cups milk
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 3 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 4 ounces canned mild green chiles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the shells al dente according to package directions.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and red bell pepper, cooking until tender (about 5 minutes). Stir in the chili powder and seasoned salt.
- In a large bowl, mix the soup, onion mixture, milk, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Stir in the chicken, green chiles, and pasta.
- Spread the mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish and top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Notes
Feel free to substitute cooked chicken with turkey for a lighter option.
You can add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
Adjust the amount of chili powder for desired spice level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg