How to Make Grandma's Chicken Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grandma's Chicken Casserole is a tried and true family recipe that has been passed down for generations. This comforting and delicious casserole is the perfect combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and hearty vegetables, making it a classic and satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether you're cooking for a big family gathering or just want to enjoy a cozy dinner at home, Grandma's Chicken Casserole is sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • water to cover
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans mixed vegetables (such as Veg-All), drained
  • 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz), crushed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cubed, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a large pot and cover with water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool, 5 to 10 minutes. Chop chicken into small pieces.
  • Mix together chopped chicken, canned vegetables, chicken soup, onion, sour cream, water chestnuts, and cheese in a large bowl until well combined; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle crushed crackers over the top and dot with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling starts to bubble and topping browns, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    341 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 76mg
    • Sodium: 717mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 166mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 533mg