Chicken Casserole with a Crunchy Topping

Crunchy Chicken Casserole

This warm and satisfying casserole combines tender chicken, mixed veggies, and a creamy base, all topped with a buttery, crunchy layer made from cornflakes or crispy fried onions. It’s classic comfort food made easy.

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Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Cooked chicken, shredded or cubed	4 cups
Cream of chicken soup	1 can (10.5 oz)
Sour cream	1 cup
Mayonnaise	1/2 cup
Garlic powder	1 teaspoon
Onion powder	1/2 teaspoon
Salt	1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper	1/4 teaspoon
Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, corn, carrots)	1 1/2 cups
Shredded cheddar cheese	1 1/2 cups
Crushed cornflakes or crispy fried onions	1 cup
Melted butter	2 tablespoons

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How to Make Crunchy Chicken Casserole

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

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

Step 2: Mix the Creamy Base

In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Add the Chicken and Veggies

Fold in the cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, and cheddar cheese, mixing until evenly combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Casserole

Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it out into an even layer.

Step 5: Prepare the Crunchy Topping

In a separate bowl, toss the crushed cornflakes (or fried onions) with the melted butter until coated.

Step 6: Bake

Sprinkle the topping over the casserole and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is hot and bubbly.

Step 7: Serve

Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the warm, creamy, crunchy goodness!