The Best Casserole Recipes

The Best Chicken Pot Pie Casserole (with a twist!)

This casserole combines the classic comfort of chicken pot pie with the ease of a casserole. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner and easily customizable to your preferences.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms (optional)
• 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Guide:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
3. Stir in cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, peas, and mushrooms (if using). Season with thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
5. Unfold puff pastry sheet and roll out slightly on a lightly floured surface. Cut pastry to fit the top of the baking dish, leaving a slight overhang.
6. Brush the edges of the dish with egg wash and then place the pastry on top. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Brush the top of the pastry with egg wash.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Tips:

• Leftover roasted chicken can be used instead of cooked chicken breasts.
• For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add an additional cup of chopped vegetables, such as broccoli or corn.
• If you don’t have puff pastry, mashed potatoes or crescent rolls can be used as a topping.
• Serve the casserole with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This recipe is just a starting point, feel free to get creative and add your own favorite ingredients!