Best Ever Chicken Casserole Recipe

This easy baked chicken casserole is a family favorite, submitted by Mary Berrong and featured on Allrecipes.com! Tender chicken, crunchy corn flakes, and creamy soup create a comforting dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready to enjoy this unbelievably delicious and simple recipe!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 518.6 kcal
Protein 62g
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Ingredients for Best Ever Chicken Casserole

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How to Make Best Ever Chicken Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pot, boil 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  3. Shred or cut the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with 1 (8 ounce) can of water chestnuts, drained; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup; 2 cups crushed corn flakes; and 1/2 cup mayonnaise.
  5. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup crushed corn flakes evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

22g

Carbs

13g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Best Ever Chicken Casserole?

Best Ever Chicken Casserole takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Best Ever Chicken Casserole?

Best Ever Chicken Casserole has approximately 518.6 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Best Ever Chicken Casserole?

The key ingredients for Best Ever Chicken Casserole are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Water Chestnuts, Onion, Condensed Cream Of Chicken Soup, Corn Flakes Cereal, Mayonnaise. See the full list with measurements above.

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