Description
Paula Deen’s Amazing Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish made with tender chicken, pasta, and a rich homemade sauce baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups cooked and drained pasta (penne, cavatappi, or rigatoni)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups grated cheese (cheddar, Colby jack, Swiss, or a combination)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk and sour cream until sauce thickens.
- Add grated cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked chicken, pasta, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with reserved cheese.
- Bake for 20–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- Mix different cheeses for richer flavor.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or peas if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Casserole
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American