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Close-up of chicken casserole with creamy sauce and rotisserie chicken pieces

Rotisserie Chicken Casserole


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

A comforting and easy-to-make rotisserie chicken casserole loaded with creamy sauce, vegetables, and melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

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3 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs


Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Cook the sauce until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked elbow macaroni, thawed peas, and the cheese sauce. Mix well to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes