5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole – Easy Freezer Meal
5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole is not only a delicious dinner but is a budget-friendly meal that the whole family will love (even the most picky eaters). This easy casserole is a classic comfort food that produces a hearty meal in less than an hour. Save time by making this delicious casserole ahead of time for an easy freezer meal on busy weeknights.
With only 5 basic ingredients, 10 minute preparation time, and 45 minute bake time this chicken casserole really comes in handy for a busy night. This easy recipe calls for smart time-saving ingredients like canned cream of chicken soup and canned chicken and rice soup. Save even more time by grabbing a rotisserie chicken at your local grocery store to use in the casserole.
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Casserole dish – or use a 9×9 baking dish
Large bowl – or skip the extra dishes and mix the ingredients right in the casserole dish. If you decide to use a bowl try out this mixing bowl set that I use for all my cooking.
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5 Ingredient Casserole ingredients:
Cooked chicken – cut the chicken into bite-size pieces
Chicken and rice soup – using canned soup is a great way to save time by adding cooked rice and chicken broth to the casserole
Cream of chicken soup – this adds the perfect creaminess that creates the best part of the casserole. Tip: cream of mushroom soup can be substituted
Evaporated milk –
Chow mein noodles – top the casserole off with these crunchy noodles to add the perfect finishing touch
See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full ingredients list and instructions.
How to make 5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole:
1. Preheat oven
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Combine the ingredients
Mix together the cooked chicken, chicken and rice soup, cream of chicken soup, and evaporated milk put into the casserole dish. Add the chow mein noodles onto the top.
Tip: no need to use cooking spray in casserole dish
3. Bake for 45 minutes
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes until the casserole is bubbling and the chow mein noodles are a crunchy golden brown.
4. Enjoy!
Serve this chicken casserole hot out of the oven for a delicious main dish.
Chicken Casserole Freezer Meal:
5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole is a great recipe for a freezer meal to have on a busy night.
- Combine the cooked chicken, chicken and rice soup, cream of chicken soup, and evaporated milk.
- Place in a freezer bag.
- Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Thaw prior to cooking according to the directions below.
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FAQs:
How to make a double batch of chicken casserole:
Double the ingredients and bake in a 9×13 pan for the same amount of time.
How to cook chicken for a casserole:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Salt and pepper chicken breasts. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. The internal temperature will be 165 degrees F when the chicken is done. Allow the chicken breasts to rest and then cut the meat into bite-size pieces.
How to keep a casserole warm for a potluck:
Using an insulated casserole carrier is the best way to keep your casserole warm for a potluck.
How to reheat a casserole:
There are 2 options on how to reheat a casserole:
- Reheat the whole casserole in the oven – cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place in a 350 degree F oven for 20-30 minutes. The total time will depend on how cold the dish was and the density of the casserole.
- Reheat portions in the microwave – Place single portions on a microwave safe plate. Reheat at 30 seconds intervals until desired warmth has been achieved.
How long can you keep cooked chicken casserole in the fridge?
Leftover cooked chicken casserole should be cooled to room temperature. Place leftover casserole in an airtight container or cover the casserole dish tightly with plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
What are good side dishes for casseroles?
Chicken casserole makes a delicious main course for family dinners that deserves the perfect side dish to be served along side it. Some popular side dishes that pair well with chicken casserole include:
Fresh fruit
Green bean casserole
Simple green salad with homemade ranch
High Altitude Chicken Casserole
This delicious 5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole does not need any ingredient or baking time changes.
5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole – Easy Freezer Meal
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked chicken
- 1 10.5 ounce can of chicken and rice soup
- 1 10.5 ounce can of cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 3 cups of chow mein noodles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix together the cooked chicken, chicken and rice soup, cream of chicken soup, and evaporated milk put into the casserole dish. Add the chow mein noodles onto the top.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes until the casserole is bubbling and the chow mein noodles are a crunchy golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Notes
CHICKEN CASSEROLE FREEZER MEAL:
- Combine the cooked chicken, chicken and rice soup, cream of chicken soup, and evaporated milk.
- Place in a freezer bag.
- Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Thaw prior to cooking according to the directions below.
If you make this 5 Ingredient Chicken Casserole leave a comment below and let me know how they turned out. If you have any questions, post them below and I would love to help you out.
