Best Ever Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the comforting embrace of this classic chicken casserole, a delightful symphony of tender chicken, crisp water chestnuts, and creamy textures, all crowned with a golden, crunchy cornflake topping. It's a timeless dish, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
23 g
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Cholesterol
95 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
31 g
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Saturated Fat
8 g
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Sodium
945 mg
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Sugar
4 g
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Fat
50 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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20 mins
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Gently place the chicken breasts in the boiling water and cook until they are no longer pink inside and an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). This should take approximately 12-15 minutes. Once cooked, drain the chicken and allow it to cool slightly before cutting it into bite-sized pieces. (20 minutes)
03 Step
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10 mins
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken pieces, chopped onion, condensed cream of chicken soup, drained water chestnuts, and mayonnaise. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the cornflake crumbs for topping. Gently fold the remaining cornflake crumbs into the chicken mixture. (10 minutes)
04 Step
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5 mins
Pour the chicken mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved cornflake crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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1 hrs
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the casserole is heated through and the cornflake topping is a beautiful golden brown. (60 minutes)
06 Step
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Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
For an extra layer of flavor, consider sautéing the chopped onion in a little butter until softened before adding it to the chicken mixture.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped celery, mushrooms, or peas.
If you prefer a lighter casserole, you can substitute plain Greek yogurt for some of the mayonnaise.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.0/ 5 ( 307 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Preston Hayes
Apr 25, 2025My family loves this recipe! The cornflake topping adds such a nice crunch.
Germaine Buckridge
Apr 10, 2024I added some sauteed mushrooms and it was even better! Thanks for the great recipe.
Freddy Macejkovic
Jul 5, 2022This casserole is a lifesaver! So easy to put together on a busy weeknight.
Chaim Grady
May 22, 2022I substituted greek yogurt for half the mayo and it tasted great and was a bit healthier