In my opinion, chicken casseroles are the epitome of comfort food all year round, but also especially during the winter. Simple to make—with the oven doing most of the work—a generous serving of chicken casserole is what you need to push you through the coldest season. And these 61 best chicken casserole recipes will provide never-ending inspiration!
What is a Traditional Casserole?
The casserole is a huge part of American culture and I’m referring to the food, not the pan. A typical casserole tends to be made up of some kind of protein (whether meat, fish or plant-based), chopped vegetables, and a starchy binder (such as potato, flour, rice or pasta). Often, a cheesy or crunchy topping is also involved.
Best Chicken Casserole Recipes
Of all the different types of casseroles, chicken casseroles are by far one of the most popular (if not the most popular). And it makes sense too, since chicken is a super affordable white meat, and adding cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken to a casserole makes it tastier. Plus you get an added protein boost too! From chicken broccoli casserole and chicken enchilada casserole, to chicken noodle casserole, we’ve included all the cheesy chicken casserole classics in this list.
How to Cook Chicken to Be Used in a Casserole
Most chicken casserole recipes will require cooked chicken to be added to the dish. You can either bake, roast, broil or boil a chicken before shredding or cutting the meat into pieces, before mixing it with the other ingredients.
How to Make Chicken Casseroles
Chicken casseroles can be made in so many variations and whether you’re using noodles or rice as a staple, or prefer something low-carb like spaghetti squash or cauliflower, there’s definitely one recipe in this easy chicken casserole roundup that’s perfect for you and the fam. Here are 61 comforting chicken casseroles to keep you satisfied throughout winter—and warmed up. Browse through them, pin your favorites and let us know what you make in the comments!
