• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Comfortable Food
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Cooking
  • Seasonal
  • Regional
  • About
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Cooking
    • Seasonal
    • Regional
    • About
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Casserole Recipes

    35 Comforting Chicken Casserole Recipes

    BY: Ben Rayl PUBLISHED: 19 Aug, '22 UPDATED: 19 Aug, '22 Leave a Comment

    Comforting chicken casserole recipes featured

    At any time of the day, these comforting chicken casserole recipes will delight your taste buds with loads of delicious flavors.

    Comforting chicken casserole recipes featured

    Actually anything made with chicken has the potential to be a food of comfort, especially as the nights get chillier.

    However, with the recipe to make the best chicken casserole, we can make your nights much more bearable and your days exciting.

    And first on our list of delicious goodness is the chicken casserole with Ritz crackers.

    Chicken casserole with ritz crackers

    1. Chicken Casserole With Ritz Crackers

    Whether you've had a stressful day and you want to unwind, or you have a food gathering to attend, this tasty dish of chicken casserole with ritz crackers is the show-stopper.

    You'll get a blend of creaminess and crunchiness from the tender chicken with creamy sauce and crunchy ritz topping.

    Sour cream chicken enchiladas

    2. Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

    If you love Mexican cuisine, you want to try these hearty chicken enchiladas coated in sour cream and baked to creamy deliciousness.

    The creamy chicken casserole can be served with salad, rice, potatoes, or guacamole.

    Buffalo chicken mac and cheese

    3. Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese

    This is a dish to serve the entire family on a lazy Saturday, with its absolutely delicious flavors from an array of ingredients.

    The budget-friendly casserole dish includes ingredients such as crusty bread crumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, buffalo wing sauce, shredded chicken, mustard, celery, all-purpose flour, blue cheese, pasta, and jack cheese.

    Enchiladas verdes with chicken

    4. Enchiladas Verdes With Chicken

    This is one of the easy recipes you can make on a busy weeknight with minimal ingredients and little stress. The casserole includes key ingredients like jalapenos, onions, garlic, and tomatillos.

    These with cooked chicken breasts or thighs (or shredded leftover chicken), with a few other ingredients like shredded mozzarella cheese, flour tortillas, and queso Anejo will serve you a simple chicken dinner in about 40 minutes.

    Depending on your preference, use the red or green enchilada sauce for more flavors.

    Chicken wild rice casserole

    5. Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

    This chicken and rice casserole dish is a family favorite with myriad ingredients in its preparation.

    Get cooked and chopped chicken breasts, wild rice blend, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a few other ingredients to make the gooey chicken and rice casserole dish.

    You can add veggies and serve with garlic roasted asparagus, lemon-sesame green beans, or greek salad as a side dish.

    Chicken tetrazzini casserole

    6. Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole

    The chicken Tetrazzini casserole is the dish you want to serve the whole family at reunions. It's hearty, creamy with a load of shredded cheese, and rich in flavors.

    Chicken thighs or breasts are ideal for the casserole dish, alongside ingredients including veggies, white wine, mushrooms, and a host of others.

    If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag to preserve frozen for up to two months.

    Texas chicken spaghetti recipe

    7. Texas Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

    This easy recipe cooked in under an hour is what the family loves enough to come for seconds.

    The comfort food features spaghetti in Velveeta cheesy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful tomatoes.

    The great recipe features the cream of chicken soup, Velveeta cheese, or shredded cheese of your choice, pasta, and a few condiments.

    8. Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake

    Get your baking dish out for this gooey delicious chicken casserole made with chicken breast, shredded cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, pasta, and a few other condiments.

    Depending on availability, you can substitute your chicken breast for chicken thigh or rotisserie chicken.

    Ensure you have the casserole baked and bubbly before you remove it from the oven.

    9. Low Carb Baked Chicken And Cauliflower Rice Casserole Recipe

    This is one of the chicken casseroles for healthy eaters on a budget.

    The chicken casserole dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, and Paleo-friendly.

    Depending on the flavors you want, you can cook with orange juice or cream of mushroom soup. It's the perfect healthy casserole comfort food on a busy weeknight.

    10. Baked Caesar Chicken Recipe

    This is an easy chicken casserole recipe with only four key ingredients, including chicken breasts, sour cream, Caesar salad dressing, and cheese.

    Combine chicken breasts with these and a few more ingredients, and you'll have an absolutely delicious dinner tonight.

    The chicken mixture will be nothing without the salad dressing; hence ensure it's rightly done.

    11. French Chicken Casserole Recipe

    This dish is similar to the french onion soup, but you're using chicken instead of bread.

    You're using chicken thighs alongside dry white wine, shallots, gold potatoes, heavy cream, and other ingredients.

    Bake your chicken mixture till it's golden brown, and serve immediately.

    12. Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Casserole Recipe

    An enjoyable gluten-free dish that's great for dinner with the whole family and leftovers.

    Get your baking dish, chicken breasts, cooked cauliflower rice, cheddar cheese, Italian blend cheese, and a few other ingredients to make the dish.

    Bake for about 50 minutes till it starts to brown, and wait to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

    13. Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe

    Another of the chicken casseroles that's easy to make and is ready to serve in under 40 minutes.

    The ingredients on your baking dish include bacon, chicken (breasts, thighs, or rotisserie chicken), olive oil, Ranch dressing mix, Alfredo sauce, and lots of cheese.

    Bake till your cheese is melted and your chicken bacon ranch casserole is bubbly.

    14. Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

    This is a traditional chicken casserole recipe for the whole family on a cold night.

    The chicken pot pie recipe calls for a can of cream of chicken soup, shredded chicken, milk, veggies, butter, grand biscuits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

    You can use any chicken of your choice. Even if it's frozen leftover, just thaw overnight to get the meal ready

    15. Chicken Marsala Casserole Recipe

    If you have leftover pasta in your freezer, you can turn it into a marsala casserole dish.

    Your crucial ingredient is the marsala wine which is relatively inexpensive and readily available in your local supermarket.

    Make a creamy chicken casserole with heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, and heavy whipping cream.

    16. Chicken Zucchini Casserole

    Zucchini is still a favorite vegetable amongst many, and you can combine it with chicken, tomato sauce, cheese, Quinoa, and spices you can fetch from your pantry to make a delicious casserole meal.

    The casserole is a freezer meal you can reheat and will taste better the next day.

    17. Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole

    The mix of cream cheese and jalapeno poppers in its chicken casserole makes it one of the top chicken casserole recipes.

    Its recipe includes skinless chicken breasts, garlic, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeno poppers, and crispy bacon.

    You can serve it with rice, baked or mashed potatoes, or garlic toast.

    18. Teriyaki Chicken Casserole

    Teriyaki sauce gives any dish a fantastic flavor that's a show-stopper at gatherings and family nights.

    The Teriyaki chicken casserole is made with soy sauce, brown sugar, ground ginger, and stir fry vegetables.

    When done, wait five minutes before serving and drizzle Teriyaki sauce on each serving.

    19. Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

    The poppy seed chicken casserole is ideal for busy weeknights and remains a favorite among kids.

    Get a tablespoon of poppy seeds, cups of ritz crackers, and condensed cream of chicken soup, butter, and chicken.

    Bake till the top browns and serve over rice or with steamed broccoli.

    20. Chicken Noodle Bake

    If you grew up loving chicken noodle soup, the chicken noodle casserole is a must-try.

    It incorporates yummy flavors from french fried onions, wide egg noodles, chicken broth, sour cream, mixed vegetables, cheddar cheese, and cooked chicken.

    21. Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

    Get your baking dish out and make this creamy, gooey, chees-rich deliciousness with ingredients you can quickly grab from the pantry.

    The alfredo sauce is the key component here as you serve the dish hot and enjoy!

    Creamy chicken and mushroom casserole

    22. Creamy Chicken And Mushroom Casserole

    The perfect recipe to make on a chicken filled with sauce, cream, mushrooms, and even more chicken. It's easy to make and will serve well on busy weeknights.

    23. No Peek Chicken And Rice Casserole

    This recipe will give you comfort and a heart-warming feel on a cold night. It's made with onion soup mix, boneless chicken breasts, chicken broth, can cream of chicken soup, and mushroom soup.

    Serve with green beans, side salad, asparagus, and broccoli.

    24. Chicken Broccoli Cheese Quinoa Casserole

    Quinoa makes for a gluten-free and high-protein component in place of rice.

    You can have a healthy, tasty, and flavorful dish with the chicken broccoli cheese quinoa casserole.

    Buffalo chicken casserole

    25. Buffalo Chicken Casserole

    This is another healthy casserole recipe with options for using as many vegetables as possible.

    The dish is paleo-friendly and whole 30 compliant, yet flavorful and is enjoyable as a cold leftover lunch too.

    Bake until your chicken is cooked and the sauce bubbles around the baking dish's edges.

    26. Chicken Burrito Casserole

    Get a whole chicken or make do with leftovers as you prepare this tasty meal in about an hour.

    Its many ingredients provide you with many flavors, and you can enjoy the dish knowing it's gluten-free.

    Serve with cilantro or green onions.

    27. King Ranch Chicken Casserole

    This is the classic southern Texas casserole filled with veggies, roast chicken breasts, peppers, and a host of other condiments.

    You'll be making tortillas, so expect the total cook time of the savory dish to be about three hours.

    28. Bisquick Chicken Pot Pie

    An easy dish to prepare with minimal ingredients that give you unique flavors. These include cooked chicken, Bisquick, milk, egg, and can cream of chicken soup.

    Bake until the crust is golden brown.

    29. Mexican Chicken Casserole

    The Mexican chicken casserole has lots of cheese, layers of tortilla chips, shredded chicken, green chiles, salsa, black beans, and fresh tomatoes.

    It's the perfect Mexican cuisine to satisfy your cravings on a busy weeknight.

    30. Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole

    Ranch, bacon, and chicken are a fantastic combination of recipes when baked to perfection.

    Condiments you'll need for the dish include sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, frozen tater tots, and ranch dressing.

    Serve with green onions and extra ranch dressing.

    31. Doritos Chicken Casserole

    Had no idea Doritos can make an incredible chicken casserole?

    Then you must try this recipe that combines many flavors to make a great dish.

    Get the package of nacho cheese-flavored Doritos with shredded chicken and bake away!

    32. Chicken Green Chili Casserole

    This is the perfect dish to make on a busy night as it comes together in under 30 minutes.

    All you need are two different types of cheese, green chilis, cooked shredded chicken, and green salsa.

    You can serve it with avocado, sour cream, or green onions.

    33. Chicken And Stuffing Casserole

    The chicken and stuffing casserole is a classic that has been a family favorite for decades.

    Get your stuffing with ingredients of your choice and make a tasty casserole meal.

    34. Chicken Divan

    A simple but delicious casserole is how to describe this dish filled with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, cheese, mayo, and cream of chicken soup.

    Serve with a side salad, dinner rolls, or roasted veggies.

    35. Chicken Mashed Potatoes Casserole

    You'll get a mouth load of flavors from this casserole recipe that's the real crowd pleaser.

    The base of your dish is the mashed potatoes, the veggies and creamy chicken are the fillings, and the toppings are fried onions and cheese.

    Conclusion

    These chicken casserole recipes are all you need for any event that requires baked chicken. Explore as many as you want and be the authority over chicken casserole dishes!

    🍳 Related Recipes

    Check out our hearty and cozy meals to make in your next meals.

    • Pulled apart garlic bread featured
      Pull Apart Garlic Bread
    • Chicken spaghetti featured images 3
      35 Lazy Sunday Dinner Ideas
    • Peanut butter bread featured image 3
      Peanut Butter Bread
    • Fried spaghetti featured image 1
      Fried Spaghetti

    Subscribe Now

    Never miss a recipe!

    Thank you!

    You have successfully joined our subscriber list.

    .

    Love this recipe? Please leave a 5-star 🌟rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page.

    Try one of my comfort dinner recipes for your next family meal! And if you have any questions, I'm here to help!

    More recipes you may enjoy

    • Manicotti featured image 1
      Four Cheese Manicotti
    • Stuffed shells feature image 1
      Olive Garden Giant Cheese Stuffed Shells
    • Best rice casserole recipes
      20 Best Rice Casserole Recipes
    • Chicken spaghetti recipe featured
      Texas Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Chef Ben Rayl

    Hi, I'm Ben!

    I believe comfort food unites us, and I want to inspire you to cook at home with everyday ingredients. It is easier and takes less time than you think, costs less than eating out, and tastes a million times better.Read More

    Feel free to share our recipes on your blog using a photo and link back to the original recipe.

    Cooking How-tos

    • Jasmine rice featured
      How to make Perfect Jasmine Rice
    • How to brine a turkey
      How To Brine A Turkey
    • What is wagyu beef explained
      What Is Wagyu Beef?
    • How to zest a lemon step by step
      How To Zest A Lemon

    Italian Recipes

    • 25 best shrimp pasta recipes featured 1
      25 Best Shrimp Pasta Recipes
    • 27 best olive garden recipes featured
      27 Best Olive Garden Recipes
    • Very tasty chicken marsala featured
      Chicken Marsala Olive Garden
    • Italian comfort food recipes featured
      50 Best Italian Recipes

    Comfort Casseroles

    • Featured chicken broccoli casserole
      Chicken Broccoli Casserole
    • Featured beef enchilada casserole
      Beef Enchilada Casserole
    • Featured chicken wild rice casserole
      Chicken Wild Rice Casserole
    • Featured pics
      Cabbage Roll Casserole

    Best Comfort Recipes

    • Soup recipes with few ingredients
      35 Easy Soup Recipes with Few Ingredients
    • Featured shredded chicken
      28 Easy Recipes with Shredded Chicken
    • Chorizo recipes featured
      26 Easy Chorizo Recipes
    • Cream of chicken recipes
      20 Easy Cream of Chicken Recipes
    • Panini recipes
      25 Best "Gooey Panini Recipes"
    • Easy kielbasa recipes
      30 Easy Kielbasa Recipes

    Footer

    Subscribe Now

    Never miss a recipe!

    Thank you!

    You have successfully joined our subscriber list.

    .

    About

    • Contact
    • Privacy
    • Disclosure
    • Accessibility

    Recipes

    • Dinner Recipes
    • Lunch Recipes
    • Breakfast Recipes
    • Side Dish Recipes
    • Appetizer Recipes
    • Dessert Recipes

    More

    • Cooking How tos
    • 35 Easy Soup Recipes with Few Ingredients

    Favorites

    • Bruschetta Recipe
    • Breakfast Casserole with Bacon
    • Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
    • Chicken and Biscuits
    • Chicken Casserole with Ritz Crackers

    ↑ back to top

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2021 Comfortable Food · All Rights Reserved