This Creamy Chicken Casserole is a tender, cheesy dish with a rich, creamy sauce made from sour cream and milk, giving it a velvety texture.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups cooked pasta (about 2 cups uncooked); penne, cavatappi, or rigatoni work well
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups grated cheese (cheddar, Colby jack, Swiss, or a mix), with 1/2 cup reserved for topping
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until softened. Add the flour, stir, and cook for about 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and sour cream, cooking until the mixture thickens. Stir in the cheese until melted.
- Add the chicken, pasta, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Toss everything together and transfer it to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Enjoy this creamy, comforting casserole perfect for weeknight dinners!
