A Hearty Chicken and Biscuits Casserole is a comforting, one-dish meal that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. The casserole features tender chicken in a creamy sauce, topped with golden, flaky biscuit pieces that bake into a delicious crust. Here’s a simple and hearty recipe you can follow:
Hearty Chicken and Biscuits Casting Recipe
Ingredients:
For the chicken filling:
- 4 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped, rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (or heavy cream for a richer sauce)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or homemade white sauce)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
For the biscuit topping:
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade biscuit dough if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken filling:
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until heated through.
- Add the chicken broth, milk, cream of chicken soup, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until the soup and liquids are fully combined, creating a creamy sauce. Bring it to a simmer, then reduce the heat and cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is heated through and slightly thickened.
- Combine the chicken:
- Add the cooked chicken into the creamy vegetable mixture and stir well. Once fully combined, transfer the chicken mixture to a 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare the biscuit topping:
- Open the can of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. Arrange the biscuit pieces evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish. The biscuit dough will spread as it bakes, so don’t worry if they don’t cover the entire surface at this stage.
- Bake the casserole:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and fully cooked. The chicken mixture should be bubbling around the edges.
- Optional finishing touch:
- If you like, brush the top of the biscuits with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder for added flavor. Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, just to allow the butter to absorb into the biscuits.
- Serve:
- Once the casserole is baked and the biscuits are golden, remove it from the oven. Let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired for a touch of color.
Tips:
- Chicken options: You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience. Grilled or roasted chicken also works great!
- Vegetable mix-ins: Feel free to add or substitute vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, or green beans based on your preferences.
- Homemade biscuit dough: If you prefer, you can make your own biscuit dough from scratch instead of using store-bought biscuits.
- Make-ahead: This casserole can be made ahead by preparing the chicken mixture and refrigerating it. You can top it with the biscuits and bake when you’re ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve this Hearty Chicken and Biscuits Casserole with a simple side salad or some roasted vegetables for a well-rounded meal.
- You can also serve it with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread if you’d like even more comfort!
This casserole is a great weeknight dinner that’s both filling and full of flavor, with the comforting combination of creamy chicken and crispy biscuits!