Chicken and Vegetable Casserole served with Mozzarella
Introduction:
This Chicken and Vegetable Casserole featuring Mozzarella is a warm healthy dish that blends delicate chicken, vibrant veggies as well as a rich and cheesy sauce. It’s the perfect meal to eat on a weekend and is easy to cook and is packed with nutritious ingredients. The mix of flavors and textures, starting with the juicy poultry and crunchy vegetables, to melting mozzarella makes this dish a hit with the family.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Delicious and satisfying A medley of veggies, chicken as well as cheesy sauce, creates an enthralling and satisfying dish.
- Simple to make: With minimal prep effort and only a couple of steps this casserole will be a snap to prepare.
- Multi-purpose: You can easily change out the veggies or even use chicken leftovers for a different recipe.
- family-friendly This meal is certain to please children and adults alike.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 pound of skinless, boneless chicken breasts that are broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive
- 1 onion, cut into pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper red chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 cup of broccoli.
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 (14.5 one ounce) can of diced tomatoes not drained
- 1 (10 10 grams) can condensed cream from soup made from chicken
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- One teaspoon peppercorns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
How to make Chicken and vegetable casserole with Mozzarella
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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The Chicken is cooked: Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. The olive oil is heated in an oven-proof skillet on medium-high temperature. Then add the chicken, and cook until it is brown and cooked. Take the chicken out of the skillet and put it in a bowl to cool.
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Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, cook garlic, onion bell peppers, the broccoli and mushrooms. Stir frequently, until the veggies are soft-crisp around 5-7 minutes.
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Prepare your Sauce: Stir in the tomatoes diced, cream from chicken soup, the milk oregano, salt and pepper. Let it simmer.
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Mix & Bake Cook the chicken and return it back to the skillet, and mix to combine. Transfer the chicken mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake in a preheated 375 degF (190degC) oven, for 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
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Serve Serve the dish and let it be set for about a minute prior to serving. Enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- Reuse chicken leftovers: To save time it is possible to cook leftover rotisserie chicken, or grill chicken.
- Variate the vegetable: Feel free to make use of your favourite vegetables or any other items you may are able to find.
- Spice it up: If you prefer some heat, you can add some cayenne or red pepper flakes pepper into the dish.
- Prepare it in advance: Assemble the casserole in advance and chill until it is ready for baking. Then add another 5-10 minutes for baking time when baking cold.
Details:
- Time to prepare: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
- Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet It can be modified to diets that are gluten-free
Notes:
- Gluten-free options: Use gluten-free cream of chicken soup, or make your own by using the gluten-free blend of flour.
- Serving ideas: Serve this casserole with a salad as a side dish or bread with crust.
- Storage The leftovers are kept in an airtight container inside the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Do I have the ability to put this casserole in the freezer? Yes, you can put the entire casserole in a freezer ahead of baking. Let it sit overnight in the fridge and bake according to the recipe.
- Do I have to add additional kinds of cheese? Absolutely! There are many different types of cheese, like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Parmesan.
Conclusion
It’s a great recipe for a family dinner. Chicken & Vegetable Casserole with Mozzarella is a cozy healthy and nutritious meal ideal for every night or day of the week. It’s easy to prepare and great flavor this recipe is sure to be the new favorite of your family. Enjoy!
