Grandma’s Ugly Chicken Casserole Recipe culinarye.com

There’s something so comforting about those “ugly” casseroles from old church cookbooks they may not look fancy, but they’re always loaded with flavor! Here’s a recipe inspired by the classic “ugly” chicken casserole, with simple, satisfying ingredients and a creamy, comforting texture.

Grandma’s “Ugly” Chicken Casserole Recipe

Servings: 6-8

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: (30-35 )minutes

Ingredients

3 cups cooked, shredded chicken rotisserie chicken works great

2 cans (10.5 oz each cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup

1 cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup milk

1 cup frozen mixed vegetables peas carrots green beans

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 sleeve buttery crackers (such as Ritz), crushed

2 tbsp melted butter

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.

Combine the Filling:

In a large bowl mix together the shredded chicken, cream of mushroom (or chicken) soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, milk, mixed vegetables, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.

Assemble the Casserole:

Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly

Add the Cracker Topping:

in a small bowl mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until combined Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole

Bake:

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the topping turns golden brown.

Serve:

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm. This dish goes perfectly with a simple side salad or some crusty bread.

Tips

Make It Ahead: Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight. Just bake as directed when ready to serve!

Add More Veggies: You can add fresh broccoli, mushrooms, or spinach if you want extra veggies.

Change It Up: Swap the chicken for turkey or ground beef for a different twist.

This casserole may not be the prettiest, but it’s sure to be a hit at any family meal. Enjoy the warm, cozy nostalgia!