Savory Chicken, Corn, and Cheddar Bake
An easy-to-make casserole featuring juicy chicken, sweet corn, and bubbly cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken diced or shredded
- 2 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded and divided
- 1.5 cups cream cheese softened
- 1 cup crushed crackers such as Ritz
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the cream cheese and milk, and cook until smooth and thickened.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, corn, half the cheddar cheese, and prepared sauce. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Melt the remaining butter and combine with crushed crackers and paprika. Spread evenly over the casserole.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake for 30-35 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for best texture.