Chicken Green Bean Casserole
Chicken green bean casserole is a simple meal that everyone loves. With just 15 minutes of prep, you will have a hearty dish that everyone will love ready to enjoy in about 45 minutes.
Chicken Green Bean Casserole
I love one-dish wonders. Anytime I can make a complete meal in one dish I am one happy lady! This chicken green bean casserole is a family favorite.
My family loves the sauteed mushrooms and onions with the tender pieces of garlic that are then combined with all the other ingredients to make a perfectly hearty meal in less than 1 hour. It is a spin off of the traditional crock pot green bean casserole, but adds more flavor and protein to really give this dish the one dish stamp of approval to feed your hungry family.
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How to Make chicken Green Bean casserole
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. To the butter add the mushrooms and onion. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the garlic.
- Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to coat the onions and mushrooms. Once the flour is completely incorporated, stir in the chicken stock. Continue stirring until the mixture begins to thicken. Then, add half and half. Reduce the heat and stir as needed until the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, green beans, and 1 cup of fried onions. Add the sauce and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, uncovered.
- Carefully top the casserole with the remaining fried onions and bake for 5 minutes more.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- Any type of chicken will work. I love to use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy dish.
- If you prefer you can use a different type of cheese or omit it completely. Parmesan cheese and mozzarella are good options.
- While I use chunks of chicken, you can also shred your chicken if you want the chicken more evenly distributed throughout the dish.
- You can make this dish without the chicken if you want a vegetarian option.
- When preparing the green beans you want to make sure that they are bite-sized pieces.
Storage
Store your leftover chicken green bean casserole in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Reheating
To reheat this dish, pull out your desired amount and place it on a microwavable safe place. Warm up until your desired temperature and enjoy.
Yes, you can make this dish ahead of time. Often I will make it in the morning and place it in the fridge covered until I am ready to bake it. This makes meal time even easier on busy nights.
Chicken Green Bean Casserole
Chicken green bean casserole is a simple meal that everyone loves. With just 15 minutes of prep you will have a hearty dish that everyone will love ready to enjoy in about 45 minutes.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 (8 ounces) package of sliced mushrooms
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 ½ cup half and half
- 1 cup shredded smoked gouda
- 4 cups cooked, cubed chicken
- 1 (10 ounces) bag frozen green beans, thawed
- 2 cups fried onions, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. To the butter add the mushrooms and onion. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the garlic.
- Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to coat the onions and mushrooms. Once the flour is completely incorporated, stir in the chicken stock. Continue stirring until the mixture begins to thicken. Then, add half and half. Reduce the heat and stir as needed until the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, green beans, and 1 cup of fried onions. Add the sauce and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, uncovered.
- Carefully top the casserole with the remaining fried onions and bake for 5 minutes more.
Notes
Adapted from: Delish
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 542Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1111mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 31g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
