🍗 Buttery Cornflake Chicken Casserole
🔸 Ingredients
For the Casserole:
3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown) or cooked egg noodles (optional base)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise (or use more sour cream)
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
For the Topping:
2 cups cornflakes, lightly crushed
¼ cup (½ stick) melted butter
🔸 Instructions
🔹 1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
🔹 2. Mix the Filling:
In a large bowl, combine chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayo, seasonings, and cheddar cheese.
Add cooked rice or noodles (if using) and mix well.
🔹 3. Assemble:
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
🔹 4. Prepare the Topping:
In a separate bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter until coated.
Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
🔹 5. Bake:
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
🧡 Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a side salad, green beans, or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
Great for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or freezer prep.
💡 Tips:
Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saver.
Add cooked veggies like peas or carrots to the mix for extra nutrition.
Make it spicy by adding a little hot sauce or diced green chilies to the filling.